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2009 News headlines
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November
Holiday season is vital for some farm-related businesses
November 19, 2009
Save Our Food Holiday Festival will take place Dec. 12
November 19, 2009
Farm Bureau focusing on health care reform
November 19, 2009
Down Home Virginia reports EPA regulations could force out farmers
November 19, 2009
‘The Real Dirt’ offers Farm Bureau’s legislative opinions
November 19, 2009
Thanksgiving costs in Va. drop for first time in three years
November 12, 2009
Farm Bureau assessing potential impact of proposed bay act
November 12, 2009
EPA to hold four Virginia hearings on proposed bay TMDL
November 12, 2009
USDA agency releases 2008 Va. farm findings
November 12, 2009
‘The Real Dirt’ offers Farm Bureau’s legislative opinions
November 12, 2009
Mandatory bay regulations could shut down Virginia farms
November 5, 2009
Farmers’ concerns about bay plan to be outlined on farm show
November 5, 2009
Farmers speaking out against health care reform bills
November 5, 2009
Farm Bureau membership hits all-time high
November 5, 2009
October
Farmers to Congress: ‘Don’t CAP Our Future'
October 29, 2009
Banding together seen as way to strengthen agriculture
October 22, 2009
Gobble it up! Order your Virginia turkey in time for the holidays
October 29, 2009
Farmers using Twitter to educate public, promote businesses
October 29, 2009
Increased crop yields will help offset decreased prices
October 22, 2009
Virginia winery visits are a great way
to see state in fall
October 22, 2009
Names matter: H1N1 is not swine flu
October 22, 2009
Virginia Farm Bureau introduces ‘Real Dirt’ video blog
October 22, 2009
Bay plan changes called short-sighted with regard to agriculture
October 15, 2009
Despite rainy summer, good pumpkin harvest expected
October 15, 2009
Tips for fall garden decorating
October 15, 2009
Down Home Virginia to focus on Chesapeake Bay regulations
October 15, 2009
Speaker: Food system needs to shift to be more sustainable
October 8, 2009
Farm injury rate among children declining
October 8, 2009
Virginia’s Finest marks 20th year
October 8, 2009
Careful with that turkey fryer, Pilgrim
October 8, 2009
Farmers oppose elk reintroduction proposal
October 1, 2009
Research needed for productivity and affordable food supply
October 1, 2009
Cornell study: Dairies have greatly reduced carbon footprints
October 1, 2009
Calling all bird photographers
October 1, 2009
September
Farmers wary of bay cleanup plans
September 24, 2009
USDA forecasts 38 percent drop in net farm income this year
September 24, 2009
Farmers reaping the benefit of summer rains
September 24, 2009
Governor’s School for Agriculture accepting applications
September 24, 2009
Virginia ag exports buck downward trend
September 15, 2009
Virginia apple producers seeing lower prices for 2009
September 15, 2009
USDA value-added producer grants now available
September 15, 2009
Covering an ag issue? Talk to an expert!
September 15, 2009
Lost: Where did that Virginia farmland go?
September 10, 2009
Rates competitive for rented farmland
September 10, 2009
Farm production expenditures slowed in 2008
September 10, 2009
Farm Bureau surpasses ‘09 membership goals
September 10, 2009
Fresh, local produce is plentiful even after Labor Day
September 3, 2009
School food programs strive to buy local
September 3, 2009
Where was that burger born? More shoppers want to know
September 3, 2009
Organic products on the rise in Virginia
September 3, 2009
August
Fla. fruit grower shares agritourism story with Va. producers
August 27, 2009
Markets provide fresh food access for lower-income families
August 27, 2009
Consumers believe soy is healthy; growers say that’s good news
August 27, 2009
Dial before you dig
August 27, 2009
Warm weather makes for a ‘peachy’ harvest
August 20, 2009
Veggie Bus starts rolling in Richmond area
August 20, 2009
Commodity prices down, but not yet devastating
August 20, 2009
Fire safety is critical for farm buildings and equipment
August 20, 2009
Hard times continue for Virginia’s dairy producers
August 13,, 2009
Sweet corn season is looking—sweet!
August 13,, 2009
Consumers rank Williamsburg farmers' market among best in nation
August 13,, 2009
Beef producers will gather at West Point farm
August 13,, 2009
July
Farmers: Time to curtail federal borrowing, balance budget
July 30, 2009
Don’t take local tomatoes for granted
July 30, 2009
Local farms can grow their business through new food distribution center
July 30, 2009
VT agriculture dean backed by Farm Bureau
July 30, 2009
Farm opposition to energy bill grows
July 23, 2009
Humane society opposes livestock care standards board
July 23, 2009
Deeds, McDonnell to field questions from ag, forestry leaders
July 23, 2009
Farmers to gather in Hanover to learn, discuss new trends
July 16, 2009
Food prices continue to trend down
July 16, 2009
Gubernatorial candidates to field farmers’
questions
July 31
July 16, 2009
Meat goat symposium set for Aug. 8
July 16, 2009
Global market for ag products can affect your hometown
July 9, 2009
Finding fresh, local foods is easy
July 9, 2009
Seek shelter, stay low when lightning strikes
July 9, 2009
Bird health information available for backyard poultry owners
July 9, 2009
Green industry needs to adapt to fire ants
July 2, 2009
Web-based directory promotes Valley’s forest industry
July 2, 2009
Agricultural workers often hard to find
July 2, 2009
Food Independence Recipe Contest runs through July 31
July 2, 2009
June
Climate change bill will negatively impact agriculture industry
June 25, 2009
Peanut production turning the corner
June 25, 2009
Fireworks-related injuries on the rise
June 25, 2009
Unusual plants recognized by Virginia growers
June 25, 2009
Isle of Wight awarded grant for plastic bag recycling program
June 18, 2009
Choose local food for your Independence Day meal
June 18, 2009
Canadian bill would ban all imports of U.S. burley tobacco
June 18, 2009
Farming and other outdoor work call for sun protection
June 18, 2009
Beef and grilling tips for summer cookouts
June 11, 2009
Farmers encouraged to take a close look at energy use
June 11, 2009
Post signs to prevent trespassing
June 11, 2009
Find Farm Bureau on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn
June 11, 2009
It’s blueberry season—go pick your own!
June 4, 2009
Watermelons can be tapped for ethanol, studies show
June 4, 2009
Vote for favorite farmers’ market in national contest
June 4, 2009
Organic farms are subject of new USDA survey
June 4, 2009
Children’s Museum’s Little Farm opens June 19
June 4, 2009
Bradshaw named to Farm Bureau honors program
June 4, 2009
May
Students learn fresh + local = appealing
May 28, 2009
June Dairy Month honors producers
May 28, 2009
Lack of rural broadband service still a barrier to businesses
May 28, 2009
When placing statuary and large garden
containers, less is more
May 28, 2009
Learn to manage wildlife on forestland
May 28, 2009
Ag license plate sales help support farm transitioning
May 21, 2009
Virginia Cooperative Extension helps with farm transitioning
May 21, 2009
Now is the time to prepare for a hurricane
May 21, 2009
Niche market promoters eligible for grants
May 21, 2009
Memorial Day cookout prices down
May 14, 2009
Winery growing asparagus, debunking ‘enemy’ myth
May 14, 2009
Add a little history to your shopping bag
May 14, 2009
Virginia nursery proud to supply boxwoods to White House
May 14, 2009
Survey results reveal sustaining optimism of young farmers
May 7, 2009
Dairies to be surveyed about waste storage safety
May 7, 2009
Women in Agriculture Conference scheduled for May 20
May 7, 2009
Meat thermometer helps keep grilling safe
May 7, 2009
April
Farmers’ markets continue to sprout up across Virginia
April 30, 2009
Virginia grape acreage increases in 2008
April 30, 2009
Conference will focus on managing farms’ energy costs
April 30, 2009
‘It is just that easy’ to become a victim of identity theft
April 30, 2009
Farmers actively protecting water quality
April 23, 2009
Pick-your-own operations are picking up
April 23, 2009
Farm co-op allows members to order online
April 23, 2009
Farm Bureau bringing farm to Children’s Museum of Richmond
April 23, 2009
Greenhouse growers offer consumers pre-season produce
April 16, 2009
Farmers’ markets growing in number
April 16, 2009
Va. agriculture is not one-size-fits-all
April 16, 2009
Perform safety checks before planting crops
April 16, 2009
Food prices fall; consumers aren’t buying
April 9, 2009
Peanut growers plan to plant record-low acreage
April 9, 2009
Virginia’s farmers celebrate Earth Day all year long
April 9, 2009
Rural land and agribusiness update planned
April 9, 2009
Planting problems? Ask an expert
April 9, 2009
Domestic terrorism can affect farmers and consumers
March 26, 2009
Agroterrorism preparation prompts
agencies to band together
March 26, 2009
Farm Bureau credits legislative successes to its members
March 26, 2009
March
Roanoke chef serving up local flavor, supporting local farms
March 26, 2009
Peanut butter donations doing double duty
March 26, 2009
Game department seeks comments on hunting changes
March 26, 2009
Rural driving calls for caution
March 26, 2009
Farm Bureau airs concerns about labor rule suspension
March 19, 2009
International trade has pros and cons, but results are worthwhile
March 19, 2009
Front Royal farmers’ market seeking vendors
March 19, 2009
Stimulus bill to help restore flooded land
March 19, 2009
Farm Bureau denouncing phase-out of direct farm payments
March 12, 2009
AFBF president urges action to build global trade
March 12, 2009
Virginia’s farm economy reliant on trade
March 12, 2009
When pruning trees, consider carefully before you cut
March 12, 2009
Demand for fresh fruits and vegetables expected to grow
March 5, 2009
Black tomatoes top favorites among heirloom varieties
March 5, 2009
Pittsylvania Farm Bureau, AITC foundation receive education grants
March 5, 2009
Carbon monoxide: silent, odorless dangerous
March 5, 2009
February
Ag and forestry jobs holding their own
February 26, 2009
Country of origin labeling final March 16
February 26, 2009
Beautiful Gardens program to promote locally grown plants
February 26, 2009
Wild horses and burros going up for adoption
February 26, 2009
University of Richmond to celebrate National Agriculture Week
February 26, 2009
Food Freedom Recipe Contest extended to March 31
February 26, 2009
Clarification
February 19, 2009
Virginia has more part-time than full-time farmers, census findings show
February 19, 2009
Va. saw fewest farm deaths in 14 years
February 19, 2009
Ag Safety Awareness Week is March 1-7
February 19, 2009
Farm Bureau, Virginia Tech to hold international trade workshop
February 19, 2009
Get value-added production grant writing tips
February 19, 2009
USDA will hold networking conference at VSU
February 19, 2009
Ag census finds dramatic loss of Virginia farmland
February 12, 2009
Alternative energy from farm products called ‘tip of the spear’
February 12, 2009
Businesses mindful of energy efficiency and renewable fuel opportunities
February 12, 2009
Agriculture plays significant role in alternative energy boom
February 12, 2009
Dairy industry shaken by increased inputs, decreased exports
February 5, 2009
Virginia peanuts not part of product recall
February 5, 2009
Plan now for an early-spring garden
February 5, 2009
Follow guidelines when heating outbuildings
February 5, 2009
Food Freedom Recipe Contest ends Feb. 28
February 5, 2009
January
Kaine to speak Feb. 9 at Agriculture Summit; Warner expected
January 29, 2009
Food Freedom Day to be marked with donations to charities
January 29, 2009
Loudoun County is home to the state’s
most berry farms
January 29, 2009
Stevia is nature’s non-calorie sweetener
January 29, 2009
Plans being made for community farm
in Fauquier County
January 22, 2009
Virginia wine is for Valentine’s Day
January 22, 2009
State’s ag development officials form alliance
January 22, 2009
Franklin producer named to task force on government debt
January 22, 2009
Organic farming conference scheduled for late February
January 22, 2009
Winter hasn’t shuttered some Virginia farmers’ markets
January 15, 2009
Farmers to meet with state legislators on agriculture issues
January 15, 2009
Virginians take part in 90th national Farm Bureau convention and policy discussion
January 15, 2009
Rural Americans better able to get loans,
according to USDA report
January 15, 2009
Agriculture Summit to explore energy
January 8, 2009
Va. farmers among those shaping national Farm Bureau policies
January 8, 2009
Growers’ workshop will help producers sell at farmers’ markets
January 8, 2009
Retail food prices dropped slightly
in last quarter of 2008
January 8, 2009
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