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New census reveals a decrease in farms and farmland

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Outdoor Farm, Indoor Farm named AITC Book of the Year

Virginia Agriculture in the Classroom has selected Outdoor Farm, Indoor Farm by Lindsay H. Metcalf as its 2025 Book of the Year.

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Farmers and rural motorists urged to act safely around railroad crossings

As railroads facilitate the movement of agricultural products and other goods through Virginia and beyond, motorists and farm equipment operators...

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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.

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Toast the holidays with traditional treats

Charm your holiday guests with classic delights like homemade eggnog and ginger cookies.

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Cider-Braised Mussels with Bacon

This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

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Spice-Crusted Duck Breasts in Coconut Curry Pan Sauce

This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

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Make the most out of your Thanksgiving leftovers

Transform your turkey leftovers into tasty buffalo taquitos or a scrumptious soup.

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Deck the halls with festive natural décor

Craft exquisite holiday arrangements with materials from the backyard or garden.

Gardening

Brighten your space with bulbs that bloom for the holidays

Complement your holiday feast and home with bursts of festive color.

Gardening

Food Bank combines aqua- and hydroponics to give back

Discover how one food bank on Virginia’s Northern Neck is fighting food insecurity with innovation.

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Farmers and rural motorists urged to act safely around railroad crossings

As railroads facilitate the movement of agricultural products and other goods through Virginia and beyond, motorists and farm equipment operators...

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Toast a time-honored tradition with homemade eggnog

The season of enjoying eggnog is here—inviting reunited friends and family to savor the flavors of tradition with a few safety tips in mind.

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Southampton Farm Bureau donates UTV to local first responders

The Southampton County Farm Bureau has donated a utility task vehicle, purchased to help improve emergency response in remote rural areas, to...

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Virginia apple season offers ample selection of sweet treats

Apples

It’s now peak apple season in Virginia, and consumers can start enjoying a sweet selection of locally grown options following an abnormally dry summer.

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Apple Squares

Apples

This recipe calls for butter, brown sugar, cinnamon—and apples! Is there a better combination? This dessert soon may be your new family favorite.

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Apple Peanut Fritters

Apples

This recipe was prepared by Chef John Maxwell on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

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FDA deems GMO apples and potatoes safe for consumption

Apples, Potatoes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has completed its evaluation for two varieties of genetically engineered apples and six varieties of genetically engineered potatoes and concluded that those foods are as safe and nutritious as their conventional counterparts.

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New census reveals a decrease in farms and farmland

Outdoor Farm, Indoor Farm named AITC Book of the Year

Farmers and rural motorists urged to act safely around railroad crossings

Deadline approaching for specialty crop farmers to apply for grants

Real Virginia TV
Our weekly TV program, Real Virginia, airs nationwide

Recipes

Toast the holidays with traditional treats

Cider-Braised Mussels with Bacon

Spice-Crusted Duck Breasts in Coconut Curry Pan Sauce

Make the most out of your Thanksgiving leftovers

From the Ground Up

Deck the halls with festive natural décor

Brighten your space with bulbs that bloom for the holidays

Food Bank combines aqua- and hydroponics to give back

On the Safe Side

Farmers and rural motorists urged to act safely around railroad crossings

Toast a time-honored tradition with homemade eggnog

Southampton Farm Bureau donates UTV to local first responders

Virginia apple season offers ample selection of sweet treats

Apple Squares

Apple Peanut Fritters

FDA deems GMO apples and potatoes safe for consumption

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