AG News
1 year ago
Beef prices surge to record highs, yet profits remain elusive for cattle farmers

For the first time in history, the national average price for fresh beef moved above $8 per pound.

AG News
1 year ago
Virginia farmers grow niche produce from native countries to meet local demand

Some Virginia farmers are revisiting their roots and growing produce specific to their native countries.

Local
1 year ago
Harrisonburg Farmers Market to celebrate 45th birthday

Since the Harrisonburg Farmers Market’s establishment in 1979, it has provided fresh, nutritious and locally produced agricultural goods and crafts for locals and visitors alike. 

Local
1 year ago
Fourth annual Tomato Fest is on despite drought

Despite extreme drought conditions in Rockingham County, the Harrisonburg Farmers Market will proceed with the 4th Annual Tomato Fest on Saturday, August 31, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Turner Pavilion.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Dairy industry gains new opportunities with shifting consumer trends

“Dairy is the champion of the grocery store,”

AG News
2 years ago
15 Virginia localities deemed as natural disaster areas due to droughts

HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — 15 Virginia localities have been designated by the USDA […]

Agriculture
2 years ago
New law regarding farm use vehicles goes into effect next week

The change was passed by lawmakers last year with a one-year grace period for vehicle owners.

AG News
2 years ago
Drought warning advisory in effect for Shenandoah Valley

Rockingham, Augusta, Shenandoah, Page, Warren, Frederick, and Clarke counties are under a drought warning advisory.

AG News
2 years ago
Summertime sweet corn reigns supreme

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY (Virginia Farm Bureau) —Sweet corn is the crown jewel of a summer […]

AG News
2 years ago
Virginia farmers brace for drought as hot, dry weather persists

RICHMOND, VA (Virginia Farm Bureau) —While summer drought conditions are not uncommon in pockets […]