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Virginia farmer and his son at top of national list for corn production

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.

Va. chosen by international yeast products manufacturer for first US operation

Leiber, a German manufacturer that processes brewers’ yeast into animal nutrition, biotechnology, and nutraceutical products, will invest up to $20 million to establish its first U.S. operation in Innovation Village in Rockingham County, near the Shenandoah Valley.

State Plant Pathologist to share facts about disease in Beech trees

Devin Bily, Virginia's State Plant Pathologist, will give a Zoom presentation on Wednesday, Sept 13, at 11 a.m. on Beech Leaf Disease and its impact on American Beech trees.

Community commercial kitchen opens Sept. 1 in Culpeper

The space offers users a ten-burner stove and oven, prep tables, ample cold and dry storage, and an extensive equipment library. The kitchen will be available to small food businesses, farmers, producers, community partners, and local folks looking for some room to create. It serves the Rappahannock-Rapidan region, a five-county region of Culpeper, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock and Fauquier.

Aug. 31 program especially for veterans interested in learning about farming

Military veterans! If you are an aspiring or active farmer, rancher or landowner a "Boots to Roots 3," on-farm event on Thursday, Aug. 31, from 9 to 11:30 a.m, is aimed at providing attendees valuable insights into profitable and sustainable agricultural practices.

Celebrate Virginia Farmers Markets - August 6 - 12

Governor Glenn Youngkin has proclaimed August 6-12, 2023 as Farmers Market Week in Virginia. The proclamation recognizes how the nearly 250 farmers markets in the state provide locally grown food to Virginia communities, create sales opportunities for local agricultural producers, generate revenue for local economies, and help to improve food access.

Virginia gets an official Pony of Virginia—from Chincoteague

Through the passage of this legislation, the Commonwealth of Virginia recognizes the historical and cultural significance of the Chincoteague pony, safeguarding this legacy for future generations. This momentous step demonstrates the commitment of Governor Youngkin and the state legislature in preserving Virginia's natural wonders.

Large transformer manufacturer in Lynchburg for 60+ years to expand facilities and add jobs

Delta Star, Inc of Lynchburg, the largest, American-owned medium transformer manufacturer in the United States and the premier manufacturer of mobile transformers in North America, will invest $30.2 million to expand its manufacturing and headquarters operation in the City of Lynchburg, where it has ben located for 60+ years.

Getting Hands Dirty class starts in May

Enroll in Intro to Getting Your Hands Dirty Class in May if you want togain a basic understanding of the concepts and tools necessary to grow crops.

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