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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.

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

Pork and Apple Meatballs

May 3, 2017

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

Food and Drink, Recipes

Salt Cod with Chickpeas and Spinach

May 2, 2017

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

Food and Drink, Recipes

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

Celebration of the Horse returns on May 6

April 27, 2017

The third annual Celebration of the Horse will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 6 at Rocky Oak Farm, 2693 Rocky Oak Road in Powhatan County.

Animals and Livestock, Equine, Events, Meetings and Events

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