Virginia Tech researchers awarded grant to increase understanding of industrial hemp
September 26, 2023 -- With the significant increase in industrial production of hemp, there is a demand for newly discovered uses of its...
Ag industry gets involved with NIL for college football players
Source: Iowa Pork Producers Association news release Clive, Iowa - The Iowa Pork Producers Association is partnering with four Iowa...
Feedback sought from organic farmers in NC
North Carolina State Extension recently posted the following solicitation: If you are an organic producer in North Carolina growing corn,...
Retirees reflect on long careers as they turn to full-time farming
Source: Virginia Farm Bureau FINCASTLE, VA—Some retirees in Virginia are embracing new challenges as they transition to a “retirement...
Farm cash receipts up by more than $200 million in West Virginia
Source - USDA NASS Charleston, West Virginia - The 2022 cash receipts from farm marketings for all agricultural commodities in West...
More than half of U.S. apples are used for juice
September 20 - The USDA is reporting on apple consumption in the United States. The latest survey finds 34% of apples grown in the United...
State ag officials advocate for "clear labeling" for cell-based meat products
Cheyenne, WY - Members of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) recently advocated for standards that...
KY sets new record for farm income
Source: USDA NASS Louisville, KY - Kentucky’s 2022 agricultural cash receipts totaled $8.3 billion, up from $6.9 billion in 2021 and a...
Dairy farm celebrates 300th anniversary
Source: American Dairy Association North East Montgomery County, NY - The year is 1723. The Queen of England deeds Warner Dygert 50 acres...
Two couples inducted in NC Mountain State Fair Livestock Hall of Fame
FLETCHER, NC – North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler inducted two couples into the N.C. Mountain State Fair Livestock...
