Crops
Keep a lookout for spotted lanternfly egg masses
If you’re looking for an outdoor activity this winter, consider going on a hunt for spotted lanternfly egg masses.
Turbulent weather created a mixed bag for Virginia’s 2024 crop yields
Last year’s severe drought and turbulent weather resulted in a mixed bag for the state’s crop production, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service annual crop production report for Virginia.
Deadline approaching for specialty crop farmers to apply for grants
Applications for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency’s $2 billion Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops program are due Jan. 8.
Grown in few counties, Virginia cotton still looms large
In the nation’s northernmost cotton-producing state, the Virginia-grown crop is known for its quality, coveted by mills and manufacturers internationally.
Virginia’s winter wheat acreage drops drastically as growers pivot to planting cover crops
Low commodity prices and high input costs have Virginia’s winter wheat growers exploring other options to sustain farm profitability.
Virginia pumpkin growers welcoming customers after challenging growing season
October is Virginia Pumpkin Month, and now is the time to visit a local pumpkin patch to pick your perfect pumpkin.
Farm income forecast projects another challenging year for American farmers
Farm economists are painting a grim picture for American agriculture following release of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 2024 farm income forecast.
Virginia farmers brace for drought as hot, dry weather persists
While summer drought conditions are not uncommon in pockets of Virginia, farmers statewide are expressing concern about the forecast. An ongoing string of hot days with low humidity will likely affect their crops.
