Virginia Agribusiness Council

Virginia Agribusiness Council The Unified Voice of Agribusiness The Virginia Agribusiness Council was organized and placed under the direction of a full-time professional staff.

History -

The Virginia Agribusiness Council was formed in 1971, but its roots go back to 1928 when its parent organization, the Agricultural Conference Board of Virginia, was organized. The organization was to act as a forum and unified voice for the many statewide farmer organizations at the then biennial sessions of the Virginia General Assembly. When the General Assembly began meeting annuall

y, the number and complexity of issues facing agriculture and forestry rapidly increased. Additional factors like urbanization and increasing numbers of legislators with little or no agribusiness background led to the formation of a more broadly based entity. Since then, the Virginia Agribusiness Council has gained the respect of lawmakers and regulatory agencies at both state and national levels whenever issues affecting the industry of agriculture and forestry are being debated and resolved.

Virginia drought conditions for agribusinesses have made some improvement, but desperately need more rainfall soon to ge...
06/05/2026

Virginia drought conditions for agribusinesses have made some improvement, but desperately need more rainfall soon to get back on track.

U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy trave...
06/04/2026

U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy traveled to The Meadow Event Park Wednesday to meet with Virginia farmers and industry leaders to discuss the challenges they face, and announced an action plan to reduce regulatory burdens on processors and that the fourth phase of the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program is now open. Great opportunity for small meat processors to apply for grants!
https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/business-programs/meat-and-poultry-processing-expansion-program-phase-4

05/26/2026

We're honored to welcome Mr. Gene Copenhaver as our next keynote speaker for the 2026 Virginia Beef Cattle University!

Gene currently serves as President of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association representing cattle producers across the country and bringing national leadership from right here in Virginia.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear from Gene share insights on leadership, the future of the beef industry, and the importance of supporting the next generation of cattle producers.

Register today! https://form.typeform.com/to/Wv58ROSK

3 weeks until you can compete for prizes and bragging rights at Independence Golf Club at our annual Golf Classic! Be su...
05/19/2026

3 weeks until you can compete for prizes and bragging rights at Independence Golf Club at our annual Golf Classic! Be sure to sign your team up if you haven't already - we're looking forward to a great day teeing off for agriculture!

https://www.va-agribusiness.org/event-6539909

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We are excited to be announcing the position for a Director of Government Affairs here at the Virginia Agribusiness Coun...
05/15/2026

We are excited to be announcing the position for a Director of Government Affairs here at the Virginia Agribusiness Council. Please find a link to the job description below and share with anyone you think would be a strong candidate to advocate on behalf of agribusiness. Resumes and cover letters should be sent to [email protected] by June 15.

https://www.va-agribusiness.org/page-1818239

Still time to sign up!
05/13/2026

Still time to sign up!

Good news for Virginia — the Alliance application deadline has been extended to June 15! 🌱

If you’ve been meaning to apply or haven’t finished your application yet, there’s still time. The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture provides financial incentives to producers implementing conservation practices that support soil health, grazing management, and long-term farm productivity.

Funding opportunities are currently available through both the General Program and the Pasture Renovation Subpilot. We encourage producers across Virginia to explore the available options and see if your operation is eligible. Find out more at allianceforcsa.org/virginia

Apply today: https://smapply.allianceforcsa.us

Thank you to the The National Agricultural Law Center and National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NAS...
05/07/2026

Thank you to the The National Agricultural Law Center and National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) for hosting the Ag & Food Law Policy Briefing yesterday in DC. Great opportunity to hear from Deputy Secretary Vaden and others on the critical issues facing agribusiness on the Hill.

Pictured: Stefanie Taillon, Smithfield Foods. Harrison Pittman, NALC Director. Trey Davis, Virginia Agribusiness Council

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Quinton, VA
23141

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