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Virginia farmers promote agricultural literacy and connect with state leaders at first-ever Farm Woman Lobby Day

Over 50 leaders representing agricultural operations across Virginia met at the state capitol as part of the first-ever Farm Woman Lobby Day.



Panel of women in agriculture discuss the challenges and joys of sustaining farm livelihoods 

A dynamic panel of Virginia Farm Bureau Federation women shared candid insights on balancing farm life, family responsibilities and community leadership.



Chesterfield Farm Bureau awarded grant to enhance agricultural education

Youth in Chesterfield County will learn more about chickens, thanks to an agricultural education grant.



Bales of fun: Tell a story with decorated hay bale displays

Each fall, hay bales become the ideal canvas for crafting scenes that share stories about agriculture. 



Pittsylvania County educator named 2024 Distinguished Farm Bureau Woman

After two decades in the classroom, Jessica M. Jones understands that the power of agricultural education can sustain the industry for generations to come.



Farm Bureau women remember Lunenburg County farmer’s contributions to Virginia agriculture

The late Kathy Coffee was fondly remembered for her contributions to Virginia Farm Bureau Federation and the state’s agriculture industry during the recent VFBF Women’s Leadership Conference in Roanoke.



Franklin County educator graduates from national Farm Bureau program

A Franklin County agriculture teacher and farming advocate was among 15 agricultural leaders to graduate from American Farm Bureau Federation’s Women’s Communications Boot Camp.



Franklin County farmer accepted into agricultural boot camp

Franklin County agriculture teacher Morgan Washburn is among 15 women from across the U.S. who were selected to participate in the American Farm Bureau Women’s Communications Spring Boot Camp.



Serve up some comforting soup on blustery winter days

January is Virginia’s coldest month, but it’s also National Soup Month and a fitting time to make some healthy, hearty, hot soups.



Leadership, outreach and community involvement are hallmarks of Women’s Program

Women involved in the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Women’s Program work to promote the agriculture industry through educational projects such as Agriculture Literacy Week.