John Deere’s model-year 2027 updates to the 6R and 6M tractor lines are not just about more horsepower. For farms…
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Beyond the Green: Virginia’s Drought Persists Under the Surface
Recent storms have greened pastures and fields across Virginia, but state drought officials say the rain has not ended the…
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Virginia Tech Secures $3.5M for New Composting Facility
BLACKSBURG, Va. — The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has committed nearly $8 million to something most people don’t think…
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Robots & Drones: The New Tools for Mountain Farmers
The topography of the Appalachian Highlands—characterized by steep grades, fragmented pastureland, and variable microclimates—has historically limited the efficiency of conventional…
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A Successful Small Business Saturday on Bristol’s State St.
The Spirit of Small Business Saturday If you were anywhere near Bristol this past Saturday, November 29, 2025, you didn’t…
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The Genuine Folks of the Lebanon Farmers Market Community
LEBANON, Va. — The air in Lebanon on a market day is thick with more than just the scent of…
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Master Gardener Programs Empower Passionate People
What Exactly Do They Do? Hello, mountain gardeners and nature lovers! Have you ever admired the lush greenery of the…
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Top 5 New Farm Equipment Technologies Revolutionizing Agriculture in 2025
Farmers are no strangers to innovation, but 2025 is shaping up to be a milestone year for agricultural equipment. With…
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