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Virginia’s, nation’s largest industry to be celebrated March 18-24

February 22, 2018

Virginia and U.S. agriculture will be celebrated during National Ag Week, March 18-24, and the 45th annual National Ag Day will be observed March 20.

Agriculture Business, News

The chicken dance: Broiler production keeps pace with growing consumer appetites

February 22, 2018

A recent report by the American Farm Bureau Federation notes that federally inspected broiler, or meat chicken, production and consumption has been growing for nearly a decade.

Animals and Livestock, News, Poultry

New VSU program helps open doors for beginning farmers

February 22, 2018

Virginia State University Cooperative Extension Small Farm Outreach Program is offering training for socially disadvantaged and veteran beginning farmers and ranchers in 53 Virginia counties.

Agriculture Business, News, Programs

Farmers happy with recent rainfall but need more

February 15, 2018

More than 5 inches of rain in parts of western Virginia the weekend of Feb. 10 led to muddy conditions but happy farmers.

Agriculture Business, News

Governor to discuss ag exports’ importance at conference

February 15, 2018

Gov. Ralph Northam will discuss Virginia agriculture’s and forestry’s $2.77 billion in exports when he co-hosts the 10th Annual Governor’s Conference on Agricultural Trade March 5.

Agriculture Business, Agriculture Trade, Conferences, Meetings and Events, News

Ag safety week highlights hazards facing farmers

February 15, 2018

Farming ranks as the most dangerous industry in the United States. According to the National Safety Council, every year there are 20 farm work-related deaths for every 100,000 workers, which is six times higher than the combined average for all U.S. workers.

Farm Safety, News, Safety

Farmers warned invasive pest could damage crops

February 15, 2018

A new invasive pest, the spotted lanternfly, was discovered in January in a stone yard in Frederick County.

Agriculture Business, Crops, News

Farmers remain engaged in legislative session

February 8, 2018

For Virginia farmers, January is a time for tax preparation, livestock births, equipment maintenance and professional conferences.

Legislative Issues, News

Would-be farmers get chance to lease land on education farm

February 8, 2018

The Fauquier Education Farm is offering four would-be farmers the chance to cultivate their own quarter-acre garden plot.

Agriculture Business, Crops, Gardening, News

Agriculture impacted by new government appointees

February 8, 2018

Gov. Ralph Northam has made appointments for key positions that may impact agriculture.

Legislative Issues, News

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