Aquaculture
Virginia oysters rank No. 1 in East Coast production
The pearls of the commonwealth, Virginia-grown oysters are known for their variety, value and environmental impact.
Trout traditions: Virginia farmers raise prized fish
In Rockbridge County, a cold-water spring on Ingleside Dairy Farm offered the Leech family an opportunity to diversify.
State and federal grant funds target invasive catfish populations
A critical foe is threatening marine ecosystems and livelihoods across the country.
Celebrate bivalves during Virginia Oyster Month
November marks Virginia Oyster Month, a time to celebrate the watermen and women who drive the state’s flourishing seafood sector.
Virginia-grown oysters dominate East Coast production
Chris Buck found the ideal spot for growing oysters on Virginia’s lower Eastern Shore at Cherrystone Creek, where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic.
Oyster Pot Pie
This recipe was prepared by Chef John Maxwell on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.
Maxwell, a certified executive chef, culinary educator and member of the American Academy of Chefs, shares delicious seasonal recipes in a Real Virginia segment sponsored by Virginia Grown, a program of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
