Livestock
Gov. Spanberger’s roundtable with Virginia cattlemen addresses concerns regarding beef markets and hay shortage
Critical infrastructure to help protect Virginia’s largest industry was the reason agriculture officials recently broke ground on expansion projects at the Harrisonburg, Lynchburg and Warrenton Regional Animal Health Laboratories.
Expanded testing facilities to help livestock producers
Critical infrastructure to help protect Virginia’s largest industry was the reason agriculture officials recently broke ground on expansion projects at the Harrisonburg, Lynchburg and Warrenton Regional Animal Health Laboratories.
Farm Bureau connects livestock producers with hay resources amid drought shortage
Virginia farmers are increasingly desperate for hay this summer to feed livestock as prolonged, historic drought conditions continue.
Virginia farmers brief McClellan on weather challenges, rising costs and market pressures
Virginia farmers recently took their message to Congress without leaving their community.
Farm Bureau warns increased beef imports could harm Virginia cattle herd recovery
A federal plan to allow an additional 300,000 metric tons of imported ground beef into the U.S. market is drawing concern from farm leaders.
Virginia Farm Bureau Statement on Tariff-Free Beef Imports
The following is a statement from Virginia Farm Bureau President Scott Sink regarding the announcement of plans to allow the tariff-free importation of 300,000 metric tons of beef.
Slow down, give space around farmers hauling animals
Livestock trailers are a common sight on roads, and giving extra space and having patience can help protect both people and animals.
USDA small processor plan aims to boost local meat capacity
As consumer demand for protein and the price of beef have reached historic highs, rural families will have greater access to these locally grown farm products thanks to an expansion plan for the nation’s small meat processors.
