Meetings & Events Thursday, February 27, 2025 News, Features & Videos Celebrate the daily impact of farmers and agriculture during National Ag Week Read More
Meetings & Events Safety initiative launched to prevent accidents involving farm equipment this spring Spring is when drivers will be sharing the road with farmers moving oversize equipment. And when normal traffic meets up with larger, slower...
Meetings & Events Farm Bureau’s new president has ‘full circle’ moment with Virginia Cooperative Council Though Scott Sink comes from generations of farmers on both sides of his family, he wasn’t planning on pursuing an agricultural career.
Safety & Insurance Young farmers learn how to prevent tragedy on the farm during virtual workshop When it comes to an accident occurring on the farm, it’s not a matter of “if” but “when.”
Recipes Spinach Salad with Caramelized Pears and Goat Cheese This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.
Recipes Spinach and Chickpea Soup This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.
Recipes Serve up sweet or spicy this National Sweet Potato Month Savor these sweet root veggies in a scrumptious dessert or hearty curry.
Recipes Spicy Chipotle Brownies This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.
Gardening Backyard composting heaps ecological rewards on landscapes while reducing waste and erosion A well-managed compost pile promotes the decomposition of organic materials that eventually crumble into a nutrient-packed humus for your garden.
Gardening Reap the benefits of backyard composting Reduce waste and erosion while enriching your landscape.
Gardening Get started on your spring garden with seed catalogs Start shaping a springtime oasis by perusing seed catalogs.
Meetings & Events Safety initiative launched to prevent accidents involving farm equipment this spring Spring is when drivers will be sharing the road with farmers moving oversize equipment. And when normal traffic meets up with larger, slower...
Safety & Insurance Young farmers learn how to prevent tragedy on the farm during virtual workshop When it comes to an accident occurring on the farm, it’s not a matter of “if” but “when.”
Safety & Insurance ‘Planting safety, growing wellness’ highlighted during agriculture safety week During Ag Safety Awareness Program Week, March 3-7, American Farm Bureau Federation leaders are sharing resources and encouraging farmers to make...
February 20 News Lease agreements keep farmers in business and ag land in production Farm Farm real estate values are up. Land available for lease is down. And the rent still comes due.
January 29 News Agrivoltaics in Virginia: Promises and pitfalls Conservation, Farm, Technology As an emerging industry, agrivoltaics projects present complex regulatory, environmental and societal challenges.
October 24 News New farmers access land and livestock through sweat equity, relationships and luck Farm, Agribusiness Barriers abound for beginning farmers. So some new farmers have seized their destiny by earning the trust of retiring farmers willing to give them a chance.
October 10 News Southwest Va. farmers assess damage following Hurricane Helene’s impact Farm Safety, Farm, Hurricane After the mighty wind and rain from Hurricane Helene caused over $126 million in damages to Southwest Virginia farmland, residents are taking stock and starting a long journey of recovery.
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.