March 6 News Highly pathogenic avian influenza driving egg prices higher Economy, Eggs 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.
April 18 News Virginia-grown eggs are all they’re cracked up to be Eggs Loaded with high-quality protein, fats, iron, vitamins, minerals and carotenoids, eggs present a dozen reasons to celebrate their impact.
February 29 News Central Virginia poultry growers forming co-op in wake of Tyson facility closure and contract buyouts Poultry, Eggs Though Tyson Foods continues contract buyout payments with longtime chicken grower Pete Watson, four broiler houses sit empty on his Nottoway County farm after 32 years in the business.
July 20 News National Farmers Market Week highlights connection between food and communities Tomatoes, Corn, Eggs, Berries, Vegetables, Broccoli, Farm, Agribusiness, Food and Drink National Farmers Market Week is Aug. 6-12, just in time for peak-season produce like berries, peaches, peppers, sweet corn and tomatoes.
March 19 News Va. farmers roll out eggs for spring traditions Eggs With Passover and Easter coming up, it’s time to think about holiday meals featuring Virginia-produced eggs.