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Farm Bureau asks for parameters on GMO labeling rule

  September 21, 2017
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The American Farm Bureau Federation has submitted comments regarding a GMO labeling law that it supported in 2016.


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Crops, Legislative Issues, News
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Fall maintenance can pay off with a lush spring lawn

  September 21, 2017
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Fall is the best time to grow or manage a cool-season lawn to ensure a beautiful yard in the spring, according to Michael Goatley, a Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension turfgrass specialist.


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Gardening, News
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Rising farm income should benefit Va. farmers

  September 14, 2017
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U.S. farm profits are expected to increase in 2017 following three years of decline, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. If projections hold true, Virginia farmers stand to benefit.


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Agriculture Business, Economy, News
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Adopt a teacher, and give them teaching supplies

  September 14, 2017
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Parents, grandparents and others with an interest in education have the opportunity to donate agriculture-related resources to a nearby teacher through Virginia’s Agriculture in the Classroom Adopt-a-Teacher program.


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Agriculture in the Classroom, News
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Now’s a good time to have chimneys, heating units inspected

  September 14, 2017
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Fall is in the air. Before taking the chill off with your fireplace, remember to have your chimney cleaned and inspected.


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Home Safety, News, Safety
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Deadline for Miss State Fair of Virginia quickly approaching

  September 14, 2017
Applications for the Miss State Fair of Virginia Pageant are due Sept. 20. The Miss America-affiliated pageant will be held Oct. 1 during the State Fair of Virginia at The Meadow Event Park in Caroline County.


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Meetings and Events, News, State Fair of Virginia
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Last call for Journalism Award entries

  September 14, 2017
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https://www.vafb.com/membership-at-work/news-resources/articleid/2627The deadline for this year’s Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Journalism Awards is tomorrow, Sept. 15.


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Awards and Contests, News, Virginia Farm Bureau
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Drivers urged to watch for farm equipment on highways

  September 7, 2017
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Fall is one of the busiest times for farmers to move harvesting equipment on public roads. This is a fact Virginia Farm Bureau Federation members, like Will Roberts of Pittsylvania County, would like to drive home to those unfamiliar with farm machinery.


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Auto Safety, Farm Safety, News, Safety
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State Fair showcases the best of Virginia agriculture

  September 7, 2017
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When the State Fair of Virginia opens on Sept. 29, the state's top industry—agriculture and forestry—will be on full display.


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Meetings and Events, News, State Fair of Virginia
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Virginia is home to growing beef cattle population

  September 7, 2017
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Virginia’s cattle population is currently 1.5 million, which is up about 30,000 head from 2016, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.


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Animals and Livestock, Beef, News
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