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A Blue Ribbon Event

A Blue Ribbon Event

Each year, hundreds of bakers, gardeners, cooks and crafters from across the commonwealth enter the arts, horticulture and culinary competitions at the State Fair of Virginia.

Applauding Agriculture’s Influence

Applauding Agriculture’s Influence

As the state’s largest private industry, agriculture touches the lives of all Virginians daily with an economic impact of $82.3 billion annually, according to the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

How Farmhouses Went Modern

How Farmhouses Went Modern

Design trends for rural homes April 2025 by Jim Winnerman, Contributing Writer You might be familiar with interior decorating styles known as mid-century modern, contemporary or, simply, modern. Less familiar to you may be a design approach known as modern farmhouse....

Changing with the Times

Changing with the Times

Since its establishment in 1928, the FFA has promoted youth development and has become a nationally recognized standard in agricultural education.

It’s a Wash

It’s a Wash

Grooming advice to keep your dog clean and healthy March 2025 story courtesy of Family Features Regular grooming can keep your dog looking and smelling his or her best, but it’s also important for maintaining health. If you choose to groom at home rather than opting...

Drones Over Opie

Drones Over Opie

Mecklenburg County farm uses aerial technology to save time and money  March 2025 by Michelle Greene Dean, The Delmarva Farmer In rural Southside Virginia, it’s rare to see a drone dropping cover crop seed on a field of soybeans, especially when they are already...