MEMBER NEWS
Plan to Attend the Hokie Hooray - October 3-4, 2008
A fun-filled 1½-day event in Blacksburg featuring:
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Va. Tech Interactive Tour
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Hokie Hooray Reception and Dinner
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Va. Tech vs. Western Kentucky Homecoming Football Game
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Click here for schedule, become a "Backer", and to sign-up.
Six Town Hall Meetings with VDACS Commissioner & VDCR Director Held in August
The Virginia Agribusiness Council hosted a series of “Town Hall” meetings in August for members to discuss issues of importance with Mr. Todd Haymore, Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and Mr. Joe Maroon, Director of the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. Click here for a summary of the hot topic discussions.
Council Hosts Industry Hospitality Tent at Political Events
Gov. Tim Kaine (r) with Bob Bahr, Council Director, and Katie Frazier, Vice President-Public Affairs, at Democratic Golf Tournament in July.
Del. Ed Scott with Katie Frazier, Vice President-Public Affairs at Republican Golf Tournament in June.
Check out Calendar of Events - Look for other opportunities for you to be involved.
INDUSTRY NEWS
Governor Signs Ag BMP Funding Legislation
HB 1332 (Landes) and SB 511 (Whipple) create the Natural Resources Commitment Fund for monies appropriated solely to the Agriculture Best Management Practices Cost-Share Program.
Governor's Forum on Drought - Council representatives attended the Governor’s Forum on Drought in June, 2008, where the Governor, Secretary of Natural Resources, and DEQ highlighted the importance of being prepared for drought before it begins. Take a look at the Forum Summary.
Farm and Forest Land Conservation and Preservation in Virginia - Panel Participants Nikki Rovner, Deputy Secretary of Natural Resources, Senator Emmett Hanger (SD 24), and Senator John Watkins (SD 10) shared their opinions on Farm and Forest Land Conservation and Preservation in Virginia with Council members in April, 2008. You'll find the Panel Discussion summary interesting.
