News Thursday, February 15, 2024 News, Features & Videos New census reveals a decrease in farms and farmland Read More
News Decline in farmland worrying farmers, agricultural organizations The steep decline in U.S. farmland is raising an alarm among farmers and agricultural organizations.
News New report finds food and ag-related industries contribute over $9 trillion to U.S. economy A newly released report found that the total economic output for food and agriculture-related industries in the U.S. grew 11.8% over the last...
News Young and beginning farmers tackle obstacles to securing their future Recent survey findings reveal a new generation of farmers answering the call to provide healthy food, preserve the land and cultivate community...
Recipes Homemade Lamb Sausage This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.
Recipes Nut-Crusted Fish This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.
Recipes Whip up a ‘Benedict bar’ for National Brunch Month Celebrate brunch this month with friends and family by hosting an eggs Benedict party.
Recipes Get creative with classics this Easter holiday Freshen up familiar favorites with these new takes on carrot cake and deviled eggs.
Gardening Don’t let April frost dampen your gardening plans Clear, sunny days can turn into frigid nights. Learn how to prepare the garden for potential crop-killing frost.
Gardening Spot and smash: Residents urged to report and destroy spotted lanternfly egg masses Cleverly camouflaged as clumps of mud, spotted lanternfly egg masses easily go undetected. State organizations are asking residents to pay...
Gardening Start planting your cool weather vegetable garden Home gardeners can begin planting a variety of vegetables that favor cool spring weather.
Safety & Insurance Motorists reminded to keep eyes, hands and minds on road during Distracted Driving Awareness Month Each day, over 1,000 people are injured and nine are killed in crashes involving distracted driving, according to data reported by Drive Smart...
Safety & Insurance Virginia produce growers invest in food safety education, training Because foodborne illness outbreaks fuel widespread concern over food safety, Virginia growers and food handlers are investing in training and...
Safety & Insurance Pay attention to safety when operating ATVs Landowners who feel connected to the great outdoors on their all-terrain vehicles should keep some critical safety tips in mind.
July 20 News National Farmers Market Week highlights connection between food and communities Tomatoes, Corn, Eggs, Berries, Vegetables, Broccoli, Farm, Agribusiness, Food and Drink National Farmers Market Week is Aug. 6-12, just in time for peak-season produce like berries, peaches, peppers, sweet corn and tomatoes.
May 20 Safety & Insurance Resources available to keep youth safe on farms Farm Safety, Farm From developing a good work ethic to learning responsibility, farm work instills valuable skills in youth that they can use throughout their lives. But farm work can be hazardous.
March 11 News Estate plan crucial to securing ownership of family farmland Farmland Preservation, Farm A formal succession plan for family land ownership can secure and sustain prosperity for future generations. This reality has enhanced opportunities for some Virginia farm families, but has hurt others.
April 26 Safety & Insurance No. 1 farm insurance writer delivers quality coverage Farm Virginia Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. has been offering farm insurance since 1951 and is currently the No. 1 farm writer in the state. In April 2017 Farm Bureau introduced the Farmowner Advantage endorsement, which bundles several popular existing products with new coverage for equipment...