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Virginia Farm Bureau News & Features is your place for news and information from around Virginia. From gardening tips and recipes to politics and events, stay up to date with what matters to Virginians.

Farmers can ensure they are counted in 2017 census

May 4, 2017

New farmers and producers who did not receive a 2012 Census of Agriculture survey still have time to ensure they are counted in the next census.

Agriculture Business, News

Read the history you helped shape

May 3, 2017

From the Ground Up: Growth of a Modern Farm Bureau, a history of Virginia Farm Bureau published last fall, is available for purchase.

News, Virginia Farm Bureau

Shower your mom with gifts this Mother’s Day

May 3, 2017

The moms in our lives—whether they are biological, adopted or other motherly figures—deserve some pampering this Mother’s Day, May 14.

Membership, News, Virginia Farm Bureau

Your membership helps farmers better market their local products

May 3, 2017

Virginia agriculture is almost as diverse as the local, state and national issues that affect it. Our farmers need a voice and a forum for surfacing issues that affect their ability to compete in the fast-changing world of production agriculture.

Food and Drink, Locally Grown Food, Membership, News, Virginia Farm Bureau

Serve some strawberry soup this spring

May 3, 2017

May is when Virginia strawberries begin to ripen. And there is nothing sweeter than a refreshing strawberry soup.

Berries, Crops, Food and Drink, News, Recipes

Accessorize your garden with statuary, bird baths this spring

May 3, 2017

Whether you are designing a formal or informal garden space, consider adding statuary, bird baths and large planters for year-round appeal. And for Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, consider gifting one of these beautiful items.

Gardening, News

Strawberry season could be stupendous if weather stays mild

April 28, 2017

Strawberry growers prefer their weather mild and dry, and the forecast after this week’s heavy rains is looking positive for the upcoming season.

Berries, Crops, News

Agritourism plays important role in Virginia economy

April 27, 2017

Agritourism plays an important role in the $70 billion annual economic contribution made by Virginia’s agriculture and forestry industries.

Agriculture Business, Agritourism, Crops, News, Wine Grapes

Greenhouses and high tunnels allow farmers to get a jump on spring

April 27, 2017

Farmers will have fresh, local summer produce available sooner than ever this spring, thanks to technology that can add several weeks to growing seasons.

Crops, Horticulture, News

Aquaculture predators create problem for the industry

April 27, 2017

Wildlife predators are not just a problem for cattle and sheep farmers, they are harming the state’s aquaculture industry as well.

Animals and Livestock, Aquaculture, News, Wildlife

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