News Thursday, February 13, 2025 News, Features & Videos U.S. farmers briefed on obstacles and opportunities in livestock markets Read More
News Lease agreements keep farmers in business and ag land in production Farm real estate values are up. Land available for lease is down. And the rent still comes due.
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.
News Virginians craft an ancient beverage One of humanity’s oldest libations is making a comeback in Virginia.
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.
Recipes Sweet Potato Latkes This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.
Recipes Savor slow-cooked comfort food this month Weather the cold with ready-to-eat beef soup or pork chili this National Slow Cooking Month.
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 Learn to navigate Medicare plans during virtual seminars Learn about Medicare eligibility, enrollment periods and plan options during online Medicare seminars.
Safety & Insurance Farmers are the ‘first line of safety’ in the workplace When it comes to running a business in one of the most dangerous industries, preparation can save a life.
Safety & Insurance Hybrid fire ants concerning landowners, agricultural communities Farmers and landowners are contending with a new pest—the invasive hybrid fire ant that’s marching into fields and pastures in Southwest Virginia.
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.
March 21 News Get your salt fix on the Salty Southern Route Agribusiness, Food and Drink Your trip to Southeast Virginia just got tastier. Long-known for their peanuts, salt-cured hams and other pork products, Isle of Wight, Southampton, Surry and Sussex counties and the city of Suffolk are all part of the new Salty Southern Route.
January 17 News Farm-to-school meals benefit farmers, schools Agribusiness, Food and Drink Virginia farmers are interested in selling foods to schools, and those schools are interested in buying from them. That’s the takeaway from the 2018 Virginia Farm to School Survey.
December 17 Agriculture Benefit-rich broccoli is for more than just steaming Health and Wellness, Broccoli, Food and Drink You can boil, puree, steam or stir-fry it, because broccoli is both beneficial and versatile.
June 7 News Minding meat temperature is key to safe grilling Food Safety, Food and Drink Summer holidays, and most other days, are great times to cook and enjoy Virginia-grown foods outdoors—safely, with attention to meat temperatures, while grilling.