USDA mailing out hemp survey
There’s lots of hype about hemp, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics…
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Governor toasts state’s wine growth
Governor Ralph Northam invited Virginia wine lovers from across the Commonwealth to celebrate Virginia Wine Month this…
Apple season in full swing
Apple-picking season is in full gear, and despite near-drought conditions that persisted throughout summer, Virginia…
Sweet funding to help with syrup startups
Future Generations University received notification of funding on Sept. 5 from the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing…
Scientists put ginseng growing under microscope
The University of Virginia’s College at Wise scientistswill research solutions for rural farmers looking to…
Forestry Department opens seedling store
Every October, the Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) opens its Seedling Store, which offers a…
Mushrooms increasingly popular in state
Virginia might not be known for its mushrooms, but they’re becoming increasingly popular as more…
Williams Orchard readies for pumpkin season
Pumpkin season is here, and farmers are welcoming the public to their U-pick pumpkin patches….
Farm to school a win-win for communities
By Kim Butterfield, MPH Family & Consumer Science Extension Agent, Virginia Cooperative Extension October is…
Land use revalidation forms due Nov. 1
Wythe County wants you to be advised that the Commissioner of Revenue mailed Land Use…