Up close of a spotted lanternfly on a tree.
Agriculture
2 months ago
Citizen dog detectives can help target, mitigate spotted lanternflies

Spotted lanternflies continue to spread across Virginia. And as experts seek ways to track and control their populations, a new Virginia Tech study found that trained citizen dog-handling teams may offer a solution.

A teacher and student observe plants in a glass jar.
Agriculture
2 months ago
AITC welcomes applications for educator grants

Virginia Agriculture in the Classroom wants to help teachers integrate creative agricultural projects and learning experiences inside and outside their classrooms. Through its educator grant program, the nonprofit provides funding for teachers to expand children’s understanding about the sources of their food and fiber, and how farming and agriculture impact their daily lives.

A below shot of Turner Pavilion.
Agriculture
2 months ago
Harrisonburg Farmers Market hosting 5th Annual Tomato Fest

The Harrisonburg Farmers Market has announced their 5th Annual Tomato Fest — a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of all things tomato, taking place Saturday, August 2, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Turner Pavilion in downtown Harrisonburg.

Agriculture
2 months ago
State Fair seeks nominations for farmers who are military veterans

The State Fair of Virginia and Virginia Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. have partnered to offer a brand-new Virginia Veteran Farmer Recognition Award.

A tractor harvesting hay
Agriculture
2 months ago
Virginia crop farmers affected by drought are eligible for assistance

Virginia crop farmers are among those who are eligible for up to $16 billion in assistance through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program.

A woman and girl checking the heartbeat of a calf.
Agriculture
2 months ago
Virginia grant program accepting applications from large animal veterinarians

A new grant program aims to remedy critical shortages in large animal veterinary care across Virginia.

Local
3 months ago
Youngkin appoints locals for Agriculture and Forestry and Labor boards

Local names made the latest list of administration and board appointments from Governor Glenn Youngkin.

Two black cows in a grass field.
Agriculture
3 months ago
$1 billion available for U.S. livestock producers affected by drought

Virginia cattle farmers affected by prolonged drought in 2023 and 2024 may be eligible to receive financial support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

A proclamation plaque is presented by Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry, Matt Lohr to Virginia Poultry Federation President, Hobey Bauhan at the Virginia Poultry Industry Center at Rockingham County Fairgrounds.
Agriculture
3 months ago
Governor Youngkin recognizes June 2025 as Virginia Turkey Lovers Month

The proclamation was presented by Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry, Matt Lohr to Virginia Poultry Federation President, Hobey Bauhan at the Virginia Poultry Industry Center at Rockingham County Fairgrounds.

Agriculture
3 months ago
Protect and preserve essential Virginia pollinators during national observance

June 16-22 is National Pollinator Week, an annual event designated by Congress to highlight how essential pollinators are to the production of food and fiber.