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

“Dairy is the champion of the grocery store,”

AG News
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
Summertime sweet corn reigns supreme

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

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1 year 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 […]

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1 year ago
Celebrate and support Virginia pollinators during national observance

HENRICO, VA (Virginia Farm Bureau) —Much of the food we eat and the natural […]

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1 year ago
Agriculture-focused laws may affect some consumers by July

HARRISONBURG, VA (Virginia Farm Bureau) — Virginia Farm Bureau Federation’s grassroots advocates are celebrating the […]

Agriculture
1 year ago
Extension service sponsors pressure canner testing

Every summer local gardeners look forward to gathering fresh produce from their gardens.  Many enjoy canning these items to enjoy during the winter. 

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1 year ago
Rockingham County Fair announces Grandstand events

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, VA (Rocktown Now) — The 2024 Rockingham County Fair will be August […]