Dairy
Pimento Cheese
While classic pimento cheese is considered a Southern spread, it actually originated in New York. No matter its origin, it’s delicious with crackers.
Hanover County’s last remaining dairy farm to diversify operation with new creamery
In a rapidly urbanizing area of Central Virginia, one dairy-farming family is taking the opportunity to tell their agriculture story and connect with consumers directly, by appealing to their palates.
Dispensers keep school milk cold, cut back on carton waste
Cartons aren’t the only way to deliver nutritious milk to growing students.
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta
This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.
Peach Ice Cream
This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.
Farm groups advocate for more milk options in schools
Milk is chock-full of necessary vitamins, and having plenty of milk options available during school meals helps ensure students receive essential nutrients.
Virginia-made cheeses take on the characteristics of local land
Cheesemakers embrace seasonal changes on farmland that produces an assortment of unique flavors.
Consumers urged to drink milk, not ‘milk’ juice
Soy, almond and coconut beverages are labeled as “milk,” but they are not. Find out why those labels are being studied.
‘Buy cow milk, not nut juices’ to help dairy farmers
Consumers can help bolster Virginia’s declining dairy industry by purchasing local milk and milk products.
Flavored milk may be making a school lunch comeback
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue is working to bring back 1 percent flavored milk to the National School Lunch and School Breakfast program. It was eliminated from the plan in 2012.
