April 17 News Farm families forge solutions amid enduring child care challenges Economy, Agribusiness Nearly a decade ago, a groundbreaking study examined a persisting crisis on family farms—one threatening prosperity and child safety.
March 6 News Highly pathogenic avian influenza driving egg prices higher Food Safety, Economy, Eggs, Food and Drink Consumers are feeling the pinch from the increasing cost of everyday expenses. But, the spike in egg prices is not caused by inflation. The culprit is the highly pathogenic avian influenza.
February 20 News Lease agreements keep farmers in business and ag land in production Economy, Farm Farm real estate values are up. Land available for lease is down. And the rent still comes due.
January 23 Meetings & Events VFB president encourages expanding rural opportunities through statewide collaboration Economy, Agribusiness, Virginia Farm Bureau, Legislative Issues The president of Virginia Farm Bureau Federation emphasized the power of connectivity in strengthening Virginia’s rural economy.
November 21 News Average price for a Thanksgiving meal in Virginia is $10 less than last year Economy, Holiday The average price for a 10-person Thanksgiving meal in Virginia is $81.07, down from a record-high $91.30 in 2023.