🚨 Major Investment Alert for Southwest Virginia! 🚨 🌱 Oasthouse Ventures is investing $104.8 million to launch a low-carbon indoor farming operation in Carroll County—just in time to celebrate Virginia Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Month! 🍅 🔹 118 new jobs (with plans for 265 total positions) 🔹 45+ million pounds of fresh tomatoes grown annually 🔹 Sustainability first—heating greenhouses with 31,000+ tons of Virginia-grown hardwood residuals As we celebrate Virginia CEA Month, this project highlights the power of innovative agriculture to create local jobs, strengthen food security, and drive economic growth. With Virginia leading the way in Controlled Environment Agriculture, this marks another big step toward a more sustainable and resilient food system. Welcome to Virginia, Oasthouse Ventures! Let’s grow together! For more information: https://ow.ly/bqT850V8Ij0 #SustainableFarming #IndoorAgriculture #VirginiaAgriculture #EconomicGrowth #CarrollCounty #FreshProduce
Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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About us
Established in 1877, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) promotes the economic growth and development of Virginia agriculture, provides consumer protection and encourages environmental stewardship. VDACS is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer. VDACS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates with disabilities to apply Virginia’s agricultural production is one of the most diverse in the nation. Many Virginia commodities and products rank in the top 15 among all U.S. states. The agency is headquartered in Richmond and has several field offices, four regional diagnostic animal health laboratories and a global network of representatives promoting Virginia products internationally. VDACS is located within the Governor's Secretariat of Agriculture and Forestry and has both economic development and regulatory responsibilities under state law. The Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services is appointed by the Governor and serves on a number of state boards and councils. The department is organized into three operating divisions: Division of Animal and Food Industry Services, Division of Consumer Protection, and Division of Marketing & Development as well as the Commissioner's Office and Administrative and Financial Services.
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http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov
External link for Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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- Government Administration
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- 201-500 employees
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- Richmond, Virginia
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- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1877
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- agriculture, microbiology, livestock, veterinary, consumerprotection, marketing, virginia, farmland, foodsafety, commoditygrading, laboratory, animalhealth, pesticide, plantprotection, regulatory, inspection, charitablegaming, compliance, weightsandmeasures, metrology, dairy, milk, industrialhemp, and vagrown
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102 Governor Street (Central Office)
Richmond, Virginia 23219, US
Employees at Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Nadine Mock
Economic Development Specialist and FDI Expert - Acting on behalf of government/economic development agencies
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Jesse Phillips
Marketing | Communications | Events | Partnerships
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Marlene Larios
Environmental Program Coordinator
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Richard Odom, PhD GISP
Landscape Ecologist/GIS Specialist
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🌱 Celebrating Virginia Agriculture! 🚜 Exciting news for Virginia’s ag community! Virginia’s own Gene Copenhaver, a lifelong cattle producer, is set to take the helm as president-elect of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA). His leadership reflects the hard work and dedication of Virginia farmers in strengthening the beef industry nationwide. From the rolling pastures of the Shenandoah Valley to the heart of cattle country, Virginia’s producers play a vital role in feeding America. Congratulations to Gene on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🎉 📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ePxzBmYb #VirginiaAgriculture #BeefIndustry #NCBA #VirginiaGrown #FarmLeadership
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Your next career move starts here! 💼 Join the dedicated team at VDACS and help shape the future of Virginia’s agriculture. Explore open roles and apply now: https://ow.ly/ymJQ50V6whU
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🚀 Ready to grow your career? Join the passionate team at VDACS and make a difference in the future of Virginia agriculture! 🌱 Explore current opportunities and apply today: https://ow.ly/JoQo50V0sKQ
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Hay there! Struggling to find the perfect bale? Don't get stressed—we've rounded up all the best hay resources just for you. Check out everything you need in one convenient spot! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eBZXk35D #VirginiaAgriculture #HayResources #FarmLife
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Thinking of starting a farm but not sure how to begin? Check out the New and Beginning Farmer website. It has a wealth of information to get you started and moving in the right direction. https://ow.ly/kwqV50V0sB5 #VirginiaAgriculture #VirginiaGrown
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🌟 Celebrating Black History Month: Browntown Farms, Warfield Va. 🌟 Browntown Farms was purchased in 1908 and operated as a tobacco farm for many years. Today, five generations later, Browntown Farms serves as a locally grown fresh produce source that provides healthy fruits and vegetables to all. In addition, the farm produces a wide range of jams with naturally grown ingredients. https://ow.ly/vyrH50UXXgC Check out this short video as Herbert Brown Sr. and Herbert Brown Jr. talk about their crops and what agriculture means to their family. https://ow.ly/tPGm50UXXgB #BlackHistoryMonth #VirginiaAgriculture
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The Virginia Food Access Investment Fund (VFAIF) grant round closes on Feb. 28. This program provides grants to support local food systems within new or expanding food retailers to address fresh food access issues in the state. Grant submissions from eligible projects in communities impacted by Hurricane Helene, or other recent natural disasters are encouraged. This VFAIF grant round also includes a large-scale retailer category for projects located in underserved communities and meet published program guidelines. https://ow.ly/v7qA50UXW8U 🥦🍎 #VFAIF #FoodAccess #HealthyCommunities #VirginiaAgriculture
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Passionate about agriculture and community? 🌾 VDACS is looking for talented individuals to join our mission. Check out our job openings and take the next step in your career today: https://lnkd.in/eXfTDyxq
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Attention Virginia Dairy Producers! The USDA Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program is here to support dairy farmers by providing financial protection when feed costs rise above milk prices. Enrollment for the 2025 program year is now open, offering critical risk management tools to safeguard your operation. Learn more and sign up today: https://lnkd.in/eqKHJ_JH Don’t miss this opportunity to help protect your farm’s future. 🐄 #VirginiaDairy #FarmSupport #DMCProgram #VirginiaAgriculture
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