Sinkland Farms recognized as the face of Agritourism in VirginiaHundreds of thousands of people visit farms across the Commonwealth each year, and students are learning where their food comes from.
Roanoke Catholic students learning about farming with a mobile dairy farmBringing lessons from the farm directly to students is the goal of a mobile dairy classroom for schools all across Virginia. It highlights the value of dairy and nutrition, with the help of a friend named Honey.
How important is farming still to the U.S.? These facts and figures might surprise youFarming might not be a glamorous job for many, but simply put, we might not exist without the hardworking farm owners and laborers out there.
Chickens now allowed in City of Covington after ordinance passesChickens are now legal to own in Covington after leaders passed an ordinance on Monday.
Virginia Tech gets $80 million grant to promote climate-friendly farmingIf scaled up nationally, the program could help producers reduce agricultural emissions by 55 percent and total emissions in the United States by 8 percent after 10 years.
AeroFarms celebrates ribbon cutting in DanvilleThe future of agriculture is planting roots in Southside.
Fighting food deserts: urban farming a solution for lack of fresh food12% of Americans don’t have enough access to fresh food, according to the USDA. The health impacts of eating processed junk food are too long to list.
Take in the history of Southwest Virginia’s agriculture at Franklin County’s Antique Farm DaysTake in the history of Southwest Virginia’s agriculture at the 19th Annual Antique Farm Days in Franklin County
Southwest Virginia agricultural industry grapples with stress caused by inflation, COVIDThe agricultural industry is critical to Southwest Virginia, and there is more stress on farmers now than ever before.
How what’s happening in Ukraine is hurting Virginia farmers and may soon reach youWhile the war in Ukraine is on the other side of the world, its effects are being felt in Southwest Virginia.
Bread and beer prices may also suffer a massive hike due to global impacts on grain exportsRussia’s invasion of Ukraine will continue to have global impacts related to grain exports and production, oilseeds, fertilizer, and petroleum, says a Virginia Tech agricultural trade expert.
Community fridges offer free food for those who need helpYou’ve probably seen a community library pop up, as they’re often spotted in different neighborhoods. They’re typically filled with used books that people in the neighborhood can take, as well as drop off books they are finished with.
Bedford leaders look to deem county a ‘disaster area’ after drought impacts cropsThe Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution Monday to consider the region a ‘disaster area.’
'Farmers can't forget what our grandparents taught us'They are looking to older practices to improve meat, boost soil health and mitigate climate change.bbc.co.uk
