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Study finds no cancer link to glyphosate

  November 22, 2017
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A long-term study on the use of the weed killer, glyphosate, by U.S. agricultural workers has found no firm link between exposure to the pesticide and cancer.


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Crops, Fertilizer, Health and Wellness, News
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Follow product guidelines and use caution with heating appliances

  November 22, 2017
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When the weather turns cold, some farmers and homeowners spend time in unheated barns or workshops, and some rely on wood-burning stoves or space heaters to heat the buildings.


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Farm Safety, Home Safety, News, Safety
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Fresh greenery adds a festive scent to holiday decor

  November 22, 2017
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Some Virginians choose and cut their own Christmas trees, and many purchase fresh wreaths and garlands as well. Tree farms often sell wreaths and garlands made from fresh greenery.


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Christmas Trees, Crops, News
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Despite slight increase, Virginians’ Thanksgiving meal still a bargain

  November 16, 2017
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Virginians will be able to feed their families a Thanksgiving meal for about $5.06 per person this year, according to an informal price survey conducted by the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation.


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Agriculture Business, Animals and Livestock, Economy, News, Poultry
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Record soybean crop like winning the Super Bowl

  November 16, 2017
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This year’s Virginia soybean harvest is expected to break a record.


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Agriculture Business, Crops, News, Soybeans
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Lee County school prepares vets to serve in rural areas

  November 16, 2017
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The DeBusk Veterinary Teaching Center in Lee County is helping bridge the gap between farmers and large animal veterinarians in rural areas.


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Agriculture Business, Animals and Livestock, News
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Use caution when preparing holiday meals

  November 16, 2017
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Cooks spend more time in the kitchen during colder months and holidays, and it is important to remember to cook safely.


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Home Safety, News, Safety
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Farm Bureau convention will draw state’s producers to Williamsburg

  November 15, 2017
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The Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention is the state’s largest gathering of farmers and agriculture professionals, with up to 800 attendees each year.


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Meetings and Events, News, VFBF Annual Convention 2017, Virginia Farm Bureau
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Historic setting is site for celebrating agriculture’s history

  November 10, 2017
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The history of Virginia agriculture will be celebrated in a historic setting at this year’s Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention.


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Meetings and Events, News, VFBF Annual Convention 2017, Virginia Farm Bureau
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New surveys reveal consumers still confused about GMOs

  November 9, 2017
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Two new surveys found the average shopper is clueless about genetically modified organisms and foods that are labeled as GMOs.


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Agriculture Business, Crops, News
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