Frost impacts Virginia strawberry crop
A dip in temperatures this week had many farmers in our area opting to cover up their crop.
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Decrease in Virginia farms could have state impact
The Virginia Department of Agriculture said there are about 46,000 farms in Virginia, which is down by 200 farms
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Farmer in Supreme Court against corporate giant, Monsanto
In a patent dispute that could have an enormous impact on a variety of biotech fields, the justices seemed to side with Monsanto in oral arguments on Tuesday.
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Not going over the dairy cliff just yet
The House and Senate have developed a short-term farm bill extension to prevent dairy prices from soaring in the new year.
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What should a ‘local’ farm (and farmer) look like?
The term “local” is used frequently in conversations centered on the American food system.
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Winners at the Va. Craft Beer Festival
There was a competition with five categories and the Va. Craft Beer Cup was awarded to the best overall beer.
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Richmond area Farmer’s Market guide 2012
A guide to Farmer’s Markets in the Greater Richmond Metro area.
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Va. dairy farmers’ have low rainfall woes
Before they can make milk, dairy cows must have water; lots of water.
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Why you’re about to pay more for that burger
As the widespread drought continues to damage grain crops, you could soon be facing steeper bills at the grocery store.
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Agriculture Sec. announces help for new farmers
You can watch Bill’s entire interview with Secretary Tom Vilsack tonight on the CBS 6 News at 7.
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Virginia strawberry farmer says warm, dry weather made sweeter fruit
Todd Adams said the weather has resulted in ripe berries 10 days earlier than normal
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Controversial vote to ease limits on Amazon rainforest deforestation
Brazil’s congress faces a controversial vote this week, with lawmakers posed to debate a bill which would ease limits on deforestation.
