In the exciting 17th season of Virginia Farming, hosts Jeff Ishee and Amy Roscher take us into the heart of agriculture to explore the innovations, challenges, and unique solutions impacting today’s farmers, livestock producers, and consumers. Through in-depth interviews and in-the-field immersion, viewers get an up-close perspective on the state of agriculture today and timely advice from those who know it best. Interspersed with popular episodes from our archives, such as audience favorites featuring Dr. Temple Grandin, Route 11 Potato Chips, and Southern Exposure Seed Exchange, this season of Virginia Farming will follow veterinarians into the field, dive into the application of drones in agriculture, highlight the valuable role of work
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Episode 12 • Air Date: Dec 12, 2019Senior Living and The Farm at Willow Run
Farm-fresh goodness is the order of the day at this retirement community. Could this be a model for other institutions?
Episode 11 • Air Date: Nov 14, 2019Veterans In AgAgriculture needs veterans. Meet three farmers who are using the skills they've learned in the military to serve their farms, families, and communities.
Episode 10 • Air Date: Oct 10, 2019Drones In AgricultureTechnology is advancing on Virginia farms. See how farmers use drones in their everyday field operations.
Episode 9 • Air Date: Sep 26, 2019GMOs - Wade ThomasonThis episode tackles a highly debated topic - GMOs. In order to avoid any political spin, we're getting the scientific viewpoint from Virginia's corn and small grain specialist, Dr. Wade Thomason.
Episode 8 • Air Date: Jul 18, 2019Veterinarians In the FieldTravel into the field with large animal veterinarians and Virginia farmers to learn how they team up to keep livestock and the public healthy.
Episode 7 • Air Date: Jun 13, 2019Working Dogs - pt 2: Livestock GuardianFrom ducks and lambs to chickens and alpacas, Virginia farmers turn to livestock guardian dogs to protect their animals and their livelihood.
Episode 6 • Air Date: May 09, 2019Working Dogs - pt 1: Herding, DrivingThis week we travel to Millboro and Berryville to see working dogs in-action. Learn how instincts and training make herd dogs an invaluable addition to Virginia farms and ranches.
Episode 5 • Air Date: Mar 14, 2019Ag LimeAg Lime - used as a soil amendment, lime helps neutralize acidic soil, raising the soil pH.
Episode 4 • Air Date: Feb 21, 2019Trends in Beef CattleFrom cultured beef to consumer concerns about red meat, we address numerous issues and trends in the beef cattle industry.
Episode 3 • Air Date: Feb 14, 2019Mini Breeds of CattleThere is a lot of excitement in the livestock community about rare breeds and miniature breeds. We visit with the Bryan Family to learn more about miniature Herefords.
Episode 2 • Air Date: Feb 07, 2019Farm Bill UpdateThe new Farm Bill has numerous provisions for farmers and rural residents. We talk with Farm Bureau's Ben Rowe to learn how the Farm Bill impacts agriculture in Virginia.
Episode 1 • Air Date: Jan 31, 2019Dairy Industry OverviewAn overview of Virginia's dairy industry at the farm level and the challenges faced by dairy farmers.
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