Garden expert Mark Viette is one of thousands who feed birds every winter. He shares tips for attracting a variety of birds to your feeders. For more go to http://SaveOurFood.org
Virginia Farm Bureau members have vowed to “stand their ground” against proposed new mandates from the EPA. Sherri McKinney reports farmers say the government’s plan for cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay is short-sighted. for more go to...
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They’re cute, they’re fuzzy, and Norm Hyde reports these relatives of the South America llama continue to grow in popularity in Virginia, especially among new farmers. for more go to http://vafarmbureau.org
We had an unusually rainy fall in Virginia, but is there enough moisture for the next growing season? Jerry Stenger with the Virginia Climate Advisory says it all depends on how wet this winter is. For more go to http://climate.virginia.edu
Beets are a treat any time of year, but especially in winter when other fresh produce is harder to find. Chef Maxwell shares a recipe for a healthy and colorful salad. For more go to http://vafarmbureau.org
Everyone loves chocolate chip cookies! Miss Tammy reviews a book that explains where all the ingredients for this treat are grown. For more go to http://agintheclass.org
There’s something special about a white Christmas, and Professor Brad explains why snow is important for farmers too. For more go to http://agintheclass.org
The Virginia wine industry has grown tremendously over the past decade, and much of Virginia wine sales can be traced directly to holiday shopping. For more go to http://vafarmbureau.org
The federal government has announced aggressive plans to take over the process of cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay. Virginia farmers say the goal is a good one, but Norm Hyde reports they’re concerned they could be steamrolled by the new regulations.