In a field where safety is as critical as productivity, the Equipment WISE (Women Increasing Skills and Education) program is making a powerful impact, thanks in part to a grant from Farm Credit of...
In the heart of Keyser, W. Va., Potomac Valley Hospital (PVH) is making a meaningful impact on community health—thanks in part to a $9,250 grant from the Farm Credit of Virginias Charitable...
Thanks to a generous grant from Farm Credit of the Virginias, the Virginia FFA Foundation successfully hosted a transformative series of Ag Leaders Conferences across the state in November 2024...
In 2024, Project GROWS successfully advanced its mission of growing a healthy community by increasing fresh food access in rural areas and investing in the future of agriculture through youth...
If you’re considering a move to the country, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is whether to buy property with an existing home on it or find the perfect piece of paradise to custom...
Have you been thinking of trading in traffic and noisy neighbors for the peace and quiet of your own acreage in the country? Are you struggling with where to start? Good news! This blog will give you...
Whether you're investing in land or planning to build your dream home in the country, buying rural property can be incredibly rewarding — but it also comes with unique challenges. To help you avoid...
Dreaming of wide-open spaces, fresh air and a place to call your own in the country? Whether you're planning to build your forever home, start a hobby farm or simply invest in land, buying rural...
There are multiple types of planning that take place within a business. When thinking of planning, attention often goes directly to financial or business planning. Strategic planning is another...
In May 2024, Stefanie Manbeck—Board Member of the Botetourt County Fair Association (BCFA) and Livestock Chair of the Botetourt County Fair—took a proactive step to strengthen local agricultural...
Job Title: Sr. Associate Accountant Location: Verona Operations Center Tenure: 5 years Tell us about your family. My husband, Andrew, and I have been married for almost 12 years and have two beautiful...
Job Title: Operations Support Specialist Location: Wytheville Branch Tenure: 13 years Tell us about your family. I have been married to my husband for 32 years and we have two daughters. Our oldest...
Do you know what year your farming operation started? Do you know the name of the individual who started your operation? Do you know the biggest struggle or success past generations faced while...
Job Title: Operations Support Specialist Location: Verona Operations Center Tenure: 4 years Briefly describe your involvement in FFA. I was in FFA in middle and high school and now my daughter is as...
Job Title: Loan Officer Location: Ripley Branch Tenure: 8 years Tell us about your family. My wife and I met in high school at an FFA event, went on to get married in 2010 and now have three kids. We...
