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Baba Ganoush

June 30, 2017

This recipe was prepared by Chef John Maxwell on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

Food and Drink, Recipes

Pan Fried Rainbow Trout with Green Tomato Chutney

June 30, 2017

This recipe was prepared by Chef John Maxwell on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

Food and Drink, Recipes

Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

June 30, 2017

This recipe was prepared by Chef John Maxwell on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

Food and Drink, Recipes

Carroll, Craig Farm Bureaus receive grants for educational efforts

June 29, 2017

Two county Farm Bureaus in Virginia are recent recipients of grants that will assist in educating youth about U.S. agriculture.

Agriculture in the Classroom, Grants, News, Programs

Amendments to ‘Farm Use’ laws take effect July 1

June 29, 2017

Changes to existing laws regulating unlicensed farm vehicles on Virginia’s highways go into effect July 1.

Agriculture Business, Legislative Issues, News

Summer driving is some of the deadliest, IIHS reports

June 29, 2017

The summer and early fall are the most dangerous times of year on the nation’s roads, according to an updated Insurance Institute for Highway Safety analysis.

Auto Safety, News, Safety

EPA indicates it will delay worker protection rule changes

June 29, 2017

Farmers who must meet revised provisions of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Agricultural Worker Protection Standard, or WPS, may be facing a relaxed deadline for compliance.

Agriculture Business, Legislative Issues, News

Va. pollinator plan aligned with national recommendations to revive honeybee population

June 22, 2017

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services released its pollinator protection plan just as a task force for the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology published a commentary examining honey bee health stressors.

Bees, Honey, Farm Practices, News, Pesticides

Reopened Chinese market gives U.S. beef farmers opportunity to increase exports

June 22, 2017

U.S. cattle farmers can now export beef to China, which has opened up a previously closed market.

Agriculture Business, Agriculture Trade, Animals and Livestock, Beef, News

Farmers’ outdoor work can increase skin cancer risk

June 22, 2017

Many farmers have long-term exposure to the sun that can put them at risk for developing skin cancer.

Farm Practices, Health and Wellness, News

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