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Virginia farmer and his son at top of national list for corn production
FROM Virgina Farm Bureau 01/09/25 / Agriculture / Breaking News / Environment / Nature and the Outdoors /
Charles City County farmer David Hula of Renwood Farms Inc. has topped nationwide yields for the 13th time, producing a 490.63 bushels-per-acre yield in the 2024 National Corn Growers Association Corn Yield Contest, according to the Virginia Farm Bureau. Sharing accolades in the irrigated strip-till category is Hula's son, Craig, who placed second with 461.30 bushels per acre.
Meadow Event Park’s economic impact substantial, according to study
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FROM Virginia Farm Bureau Federation 05/21/24 / Agriculture / Business / Local Government / Money & Taxes / State Government /
According to a news release from Virginia Farm Bureau, the property located in Caroline County north of Richmond had strong economic impact, hosting more than 536,000 visitors at 182 diverse events last year, bringing in substantial revenue, supporting many jobs and paying more than $1 million in taxes.
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Winchester-based dairy processor plans $83.5 million expansion
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FROM the Governor's Office 05/07/24 / Agriculture / Business / Health & Safety / Money & Taxes / State Government /
According to an announcement from the office of Gov, Glenn Youngkin, the expansion includes upgrades to production and packaging equipment and construction of additional cooler and warehouse space.
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Dale City and Mullen Elementary named “Green Ribbon” Schools
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From Virginia Department of Education 04/29/24 / Agriculture / Breaking News / Education / Environment / Health & Safety / Kids Konnection / Nature and the Outdoors /
The day in and day out efforts Dale City and Mullen Elementary to provide engaging environmental and sustainability education activities and learning opportunities that will have a lasting impact on these students’ lives" have prompted the2024 U.S. Department of Education to name them Green Ribbon Schools.
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Dale City and Mullen Elementary named “Green Ribbon” Schools
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From Virginia Department of Education 04/29/24 / Agriculture / Breaking News / Education / Environment / Health & Safety / Kids Konnection / Nature and the Outdoors /
The day in and day out efforts Dale City and Mullen Elementary to provide engaging environmental and sustainability education activities and learning opportunities that will have a lasting impact on these students’ lives" have prompted the2024 U.S. Department of Education to name them Green Ribbon Schools.
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Dale City and Mullen Elementary named “Green Ribbon” Schools
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From Virginia Department of Education 04/29/24 / Agriculture / Breaking News / Education / Environment / Health & Safety / Kids Konnection / Nature and the Outdoors /
The day in and day out efforts Dale City and Mullen Elementary to provide engaging environmental and sustainability education activities and learning opportunities that will have a lasting impact on these students’ lives" have prompted the2024 U.S. Department of Education to name them Green Ribbon Schools.
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Meet Master Gardeners at Teaching Garden May 4 for tool tips and plant sale
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FROM Virginia Cooperative Extension 04/25/24 / Agriculture / Education / Environment /
Take along your garden tools and get answers to questions on how to maintain them
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Blacksburg Regional Teacher of Year said to be pioneer for women in career and technical education
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FROM Virginia Dept. of Education. 04/18/24 / Agriculture / Breaking News / Business / Education / Environment / Health & Safety / People & Places / State Government /
“Mrs. Carrier epitomizes the characteristics of the ideal teacher that we all want for our children,” said Bernard Bragen Jr.. Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent “Her passion and enthusiasm for teaching and children is reflective in the performance of her students. We are grateful to have her as a member of our faculty. “
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Virginia-grown eggs are all they’re cracked up to be, says Va. Farm Bureau
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FROM Virginia Farm Bureau 04/18/24 / Agriculture / Breaking News / Good Eating /
Almost 110 billion eggs produced in the U.S. annually. About 743 million are laid by Virginia hens. This ranks the state at No. 24 in national egg production, according to the Virginia Egg Board’s 2022 Annual Report.
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Virginia State Police advise motorists how to prepare for upcoming winter storm
Seven tips from Virginia State Police to get ready to safely navigate next snowstorm due Jan. 10-11,
