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Latest Department of Agriculture News Releases

Grab Some Leafy Greens at Your Library this Summer

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 · 11:15 am
As you visit Virginia Beach’s public libraries this summer you’ll find the usual: books, e-books, CDs and plenty of free events as part of the Summer Reading Challenge. But at two locations, Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library and Kempsville Area Library, you’ll also be able... ​

Baker Family and Del. Knight to Be Recognized at 2012 Ag Awards on March 21

Friday, March 15, 2013 · 02:15 pm
This year marks the 46th annual Excellence in Agriculture Awards banquet in celebration of National Ag Week, March 17 to 23. The banquet is held each year to recognize an individual, family or group for their accomplishments and contributions to the agricultural community. ... ​

It’s time for Harvest Fair at the Farmers Market

Tuesday, October 09, 2012 · 12:00 pm
The City of Virginia Beach Department of Agriculture will host the annual Harvest Fair at the Virginia Beach Farmers Market on Saturday, October 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come and see the livestock, poultry and antique tractor displays; take a step back in time by visiting ... ​

Virginia Food System Council Announces $10/Week Challenge That Could Add $1.65 Billion Annually To Virginia’s Economy

Thursday, March 15, 2012 · 11:30 am
On March 15, the Virginia Food System Council, along with other food and agriculture organizations, is rolling out a challenge to all Virginia households to spend at least $10 per week on locally-grown foods and beverages. The impact of this statewide decision by households... ​

Envision Virginia Beach 2040 Committee to Meet Dec. 16

Thursday, December 08, 2011 · 11:30 am
Envision Virginia Beach 2040, a citizens group appointed by the City Council, will meet Friday, Dec. 16, from 9 to11 a.m. at the Strategic Growth Area Office in Town Center, 222 Central Park Ave., Armada Hoffler Building, Suite 1050.  Dr. Deborah DiCroce, president of Tide... ​

Attention Bakers: Enter to Win Farmers Market Baking Contests

Friday, September 16, 2011 · 01:30 pm
The City of Virginia Beach Farmers Market is hosting two upcoming baking contests: “Everybody Loves Chocolate,” sponsored by the Virginia Egg Council, and our Harvest Fair “Red Star Yeast Baking Contest,” sponsored by Red Star Yeast. Recipe submissions must be brought to t... ​

Celebrate Virginia Farmers’ Market Week Aug. 7 to 13

Wednesday, August 03, 2011 · 11:30 am
Governor Bob McDonnell has recognized the week of August 7 to 13 as Farmers’ Market Week in Virginia. Farmers markets have seen dramatic growth across the commonwealth in the last few years, from 88 markets in 2004 to around 200 in 2011.   “Farmers markets provide the pub... ​

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