Organic vegetables look to help former tobacco growers
Former tobacco growers who are now raising vegetables had cause for celebration on Sept. 23.That’s…
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Farm Credit introduces free AgHub learning center
The Farm Credit Knowledge Center announced the launch of their newest, free resource; an on-demand…
Stop by Thank a Farmer exhibit at State Fair
Virginians visiting the State Fair of Virginia may want to stop at the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation’s exhibit…
EQIP helps farmers work smarter, not harder
Agricultural producers looking to work smarter, not harder, select the right tools and equipment for…
Hay Bale Decorating Contest kicks off
The Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Women’s Leadership Committee is welcoming individuals and organizations to take part in…
$1 billion available to farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced up to $1 billion is being made available…
Sale could bring growth in dairy industry
Harris Teeter sold its well-recognized dairy brand’s milk processing plant to Maryland & Virginia Milk…
EPA revoking chlorpyrifos on food crops
The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced it’s revoking all uses of the pesticide chlorpyrifos on…
Copenhaver sworn in as commissioner of agriculture department
Virginia’s farm landscapes served as a backdrop for the experiences that prepared Brad Copenhaver for…
Candidates show stances on ag issues
Candidates for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general have partnered with Virginia Farm Bureau Federation AgPAC, a nonpartisan…