Virginia turkey production remains among nation’s highest
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The National Agricultural Statistics Service reported that Virginia farmers were expected to raise 16.3 million turkeys in 2020, an increase from 16 million in 2019.
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Virginia turkey production is up this year
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The number of turkeys raised in Virginia is expected to total 17 million this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Virginia turkey production is up from that of 2014
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Just in time for the holidays, there are even more Virginia-grown turkeys available this year. According to the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the number of turkeys raised in Virginia in 2015 is expected to total 17.4 million, up 4 percent from the 16.8 million raised in 2014.
Turkey production up in Virginia: Commonwealth ranks sixth among turkey-producing states
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The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services announced Wednesday that the number of turkeys raised in Virginia in 2015 is expected to total 17.4 million, up 4 percent from the 16.8 million raised in 2014.
First shipment of U.S.-grown turkeys on their way to India from Virginia
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Today, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner announced the first shipment of U.S.-grown turkey products from Virginia to India.
What’s the average price of a Thanksgiving meal in Virginia? Survey says $91.30
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As the cost of goods continues to trend upward, so has the price of a Thanksgiving meal for 10.
Economists predict Thanksgiving turkey prices will be lower this year
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Families can expect plenty of Thanksgiving turkeys to go around this holiday season and at a more affordable cost than last year’s record-breaking prices.
Engineering prof explains building collapses in Turkey, Syria: Could this happen in U.S.?
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The deaths of more than 45,000 people, and counting, in Turkey and Syria from the massive 7.8-magnitude earthquake two weeks ago are a sad function of the world economy.
First case of avian flu reported in Virginia; experts say risk to humans is low
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Virginia poultry owners are strongly encouraged to practice biosecurity to protect their flocks against the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.
AFID grants benefit 10 agriculture projects throughout Virginia
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A total of 10 projects will receive $368,885 in grants for new community infrastructure development projects that support local food production and sustainable agriculture.
