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Farm Town Strong tackles opioid epidemic in farm communities

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The American Farm Bureau Federation and National Farmers Union have joined forces to launch a new awareness campaign called “Farm Town Strong,” to highlight the opioid epidemic’s impact on U.S. farming communities and to provide resources and support for those affected by the crisis.



Livestock outlook for 2018 a positive one

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The 2018 outlook for the U.S. livestock and poultry sectors is generally positive.



Virginia Young Farmers honored at national convention

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Two couples representing Virginia Farm Bureau Federation were named national runners-up and a third Virginian was a semifinalist in annual American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers & Ranchers competitions. The competitions were held Jan. 7 and 8 during the AFBF Annual Convention.



VFBF receives national award for marketing software for farmers

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Virginia Farm Bureau Federation was one of six state Farm Bureaus honored for innovation Jan. 7 with an American Farm Bureau Federation New Horizon Award.



Speaker: Animal rights groups ‘cherry-picking’ scripture

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The Animal Agriculture Alliance is warning American farmers and ranchers that animal rights groups are increasing efforts to give modern agriculture a negative image by attempting to influence major religious denominations.



Study finds personal values affect acceptance of food information

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When it comes to the credibility of food news and information, truth is relative, according to new research from The Center for Food Integrity.



Cattlemen take extra precautions when weather is frigid

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January’s weather can be frightful; and for Virginia cattlemen, frigid temperatures call for extra precautions for their livestock.



VA FAIRS offering direct-marketing software for farmers

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Farmers and food hubs interested in selling products online have an opportunity to do so more easily.



Dairy industry has seen consumer trends drying up beverage milk sales

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Consumer trends and federal regulation of milk in school meal programs have dried up some demand for beverage milk.



Prevent backyard chickens from spreading disease

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More consumers are keeping chickens in their own backyards, but the desire for fresh eggs can come with some risks.



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