West Virginia Farm Bureau News Releases

Farming Families Sought for 2019 Farming Heritage Award

Are you, or do you know a family who contributes to the community, acts as role models, dedicates time to efficient agricultural production and has maintained the upkeep of their farm through generations?…

Farm Bureau’s Duvall, Aiken Cite Strengths of Clean Water Rule

The newly proposed Clean Water Rule would empower America’s farmers and ranchers to protect the nation’s water resources and provide much-needed regulatory clarity to guide those stewardship efforts…

WV Farm PAC Releases Endorsements for November 2018 Election

The West Virginia Farm PAC has announced endorsements for the following candidates in the November 2018 General Election…

Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge Offers $145K in Startup Funds for Entrepreneurs

The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, today opened online applications for its 2019 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge. Entrepreneurs will compete for $145,000 in startup funds…

Farming Families Sought for 2018 Farming Heritage Award

Are you, or do you know a family who contributes to the community, acts as role models, dedicates time to efficient agricultural production and has maintained the upkeep of their farm through generations?…

An Evening with the WV Commissioner of Agriculture

The West Virginia Food and Farm Coalition and Farm Credit of the Virginias invite farmers and other members of the local foods movement to a meet and greet with WV Department of Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt…

West Virginia Farm PAC Announces Endorsements for May 2018 Primary Election

The West Virginia Farm PAC has endorsed candidates in the May 2018 primary election…

American Farm Bureau Federation Helps Launch ‘No Taste for Waste’ Campaign

The American Farm Bureau Federation joined a collaborative effort to reduce food waste and loss. The “No Taste for Waste” campaign features an interactive website, special edition “bookazine” and social media resources…

Farm Bureau Asks Court to Block Obama WOTUS Rule

The American Farm Bureau Federation, the Texas Farm Bureau and other members of a broad industry and agricultural coalition have asked a federal district court in Texas…

Grow by FarmHer Registration Now Open

Grow by FarmHer is a series of events to inspire, educate and empower young women in agriculture, ages 16-22, to take an active role in leading the industry.

Farm Bureau Applauds Delay of Unlawful WOTUS Rule

“The American Farm Bureau Federation applauds today’s action by the U.S. EPA and Army Corps of Engineers to delay implementation of the hopelessly vague 2015 rule

West Virginia’s Hawk Knob Cidery Named National Finalist

Hawk Knob Hard Cider and Mead of Lewisburg, WV, led by Josh Bennett and Will Lewis, has been named a finalist in the American Farm Bureau Federation's 2018 Farm Bureau Rural Entrepreneurship Challenge.

Cynthia A. Hinkle Agency, Moorefield, WV Earns Platinum Plowshare Award

Writing farm insurance is often complex. Each farm operation is different with unique risks and insurance needs. It requires a deep understanding of the business of farming and a high level of expertise…

Farm Bureau Announces New John Deere Member Benefit

West Virginia Farm Bureau and John Deere are excited to announce a new partnership that will give Farm Bureau members special access to John Deere’s GreenFleet Loyalty Rewards program, providing members with a free two-year Platinum membership.

Spray Family Honored as 2017 Farming Heritage Winner

The Spray Family of Lewis County was recognized as the 2017 Farming Heritage Award winner during Governor’s Day, August 17th, at the State Fair of West Virginia.

WV Agri-Women’s Summer Quarterly Meeting and Farm Tour Open to Potential New Members

The West Virginia Agri-Women have set their Summer Quarterly Meeting for Sunday, August 27, 2017 at 2:00 PM…

Maple Confections Classes to be Held July 28 and 29

The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA), in conjunction with the West Virginia Maple Syrup Producers Association and Pierpont Community & Technical College…

Farm Bureau Applauds EPA Move to Ditch Flawed WOTUS Rule

The following statement may be attributed to Zippy Duvall, president, American Farm Bureau Federation…

WVDA Announces Three New Key Leadership Hires

The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) has announced three, new, key leadership hires…

State's Poultry Farmers Urged To Exercise Extra Caution After Tennessee Avian Influenza Case

West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture Kent Leonhardt is sending an urgent reminder…

West Virginia Farm Bureau Introduces "Farm Bureau Patriot Project"

West Virginia Farm Bureau is one of four state Farm Bureaus across the U.S. piloting the Farm Bureau Patriot Project…

2017 Farming Heritage Entries Sought

Farming families are being sought as applicants for the 2017 Farming Heritage Award that is being offered by the State Fair of West Virginia…

Two Upcoming Grant Writing Workshops to Focus on Improved Access to Agriculture Funds

The West Virginia Department of Agriculture in conjunction with West Virginia University Extension Service has announced two grant writing workshop opportunities…

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