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		ABCs of Agriculture April showers bring May flowers, and they certainly did for Professor Brad. In this month’s ABC’s of Agriculture, he talks about Virginia’s booming nursery industry.
		Virginia Climate Advisory Spring time weather can be unsettled. Jerry Stenger with the Virginia Climate Advisory explains how weathermen measure the barometric pressure, and what that can mean for tomorrow’s forecast.
		College food College food is not just pizza and sloppy joes anymore. Sherri McKinney reports more and more institutions of higher learning are responding to student requests for locally-grown and organic foods.
		Chef Maxwell's Kitchen Chef Maxwell has a great recipe for “hangover soup,” featuring Chesapeake Ray. That’s right, the stingray.
		Eminent domain reform When development comes to rural Virginia, property owners are often forced to sell their land for the greater good. Norm Hyde reports that’s why farmers want to reform the state’s eminent domain laws.
		In the Garden Spring is one of the best times to divide your plants. Mark Viette explains.
		Good news for gardeners Spring is here! Sherri McKinney reports the good news is that you can get almost all your garden or landscape plants right here in the Old Dominion. Read script
		Is your well water safe? Millions of Virginians get their drinking water from private wells. Norm Hyde reports both farmers and rural residents should take steps each year to make sure their water supply is safe. Read script
		ABCs of Agriculture The potato is truly an amazing vegetable. And Professor Brad tells us it can be grown anywhere!
		In the Garden The weather is turning warmer, but it's still too soon to plant anything in our gardens. Mark Viette says now is the perfect time to do some winter pruning. Read script
		Chef Maxwell's Kitchen March can be a chilly month and a hearty meal is always welcome. Chef John Maxwell has a tasty recipe for fresh spring spinach and meatballs to tease your tastebuds. Read script
		Virginia Climate Advisory Everyone’s itching for spring, but winter often saves its worst for last. Jerry Stenger with the Virginia Climate Advisory tells us what to expect this March.
		Census of Agriculture The five-year Census of Agriculture is under way. It turns out that the information gathered in this huge report is important to everyone, not just rural Virginians. Read script
		Number of horses increases A new study finds the number of horses in Virginia has increased dramatically. Sherri McKinney reports that not only are horses popular, they're important to our agricultural economy, too. Read script
		Chef Maxwell's Kitchen Chef Maxwell takes tasty shrimp and mixes in stone-ground grits for a hearty and traditional dish. Read script
		Virginia Climate Advisory Folks have made up stories to “explain” the weather for centuries. Turns out most of them are fun…but false. Jerry Stenger, with the Virginia Climate Advisory, explains.
		In the Garden Sometimes the best way to prevent damage from winter ice and snow is to work weeks or months ahead. Mark Viette explains.
		ABCs of Agriculture If you watch what you eat, you are doing your heart a big favor! Professor Brad explains in this month’s ABC’s of Agriculture.
		Water buffer strips A coalition of environmental and farm groups wants $100 million a year to reduce agricultural runoff. This budget request tops the list of farm issues for the 2008 session of the General Assembly.
		Ag misconceptions Agriculture is one of the top industries in America. But Sherri McKinney reports not many people understand the industry and this creates many misconceptions that farmers want to clear up.
		ABCs of Agriculture It is the perfect month to sit down and enjoy a snack of popcorn! That’s exactly what Professor Brad is doing on this month’s ABCs of Agriculture.
		Virginia Climate Advisory Wintertime means winter precipitation. But what causes snow to turn to sleet? Here to explain is Jerry Stenger with the Virginia Climate Advisory.
		Chef Maxwell's Kitchen Chef Maxwell has a recipe for a special corn and Virginia crab chowder to warm us up on these cold winter days!
		In the Garden Wildlife experts say feeding your neighborhood birds is most important in the winter, especially if you have lots of snow and ice. Here with some great tips to do is Mark Viette – “In the Garden.”
		Trees for Troops One Virginia Christmas tree grower is giving back to our military families this holiday season. Norm Hyde reports it’s not too late for anyone to contribute. Read script
		Holiday gifts A lot of consumers are giving a little bit of Virginia this holiday season. Sherri McKinney reports a gift from the farm is becoming very popular in the Old Dominion. Read script
		ABCs of Agriculture Winter is here! Gardeners already are dreaming of spring. Professor Brad says school children can plant gardens in the spring, too, thanks to the Garden in the Classroom program.
		Chef Maxwell's Kitchen Make a good impression at holiday parties this season and bring something unique to the table. Chef John Maxwell has a traditional dish with a Virginia twist for you this month…apple scones. Read script
		Virginia Climate Advisory Winter is almost here, and we have to look to the skies to predict whether we’ll have a cold or a warm season. Jerry Stenger, with the Virginia Climate Advisory, explains.
		In the Garden Ornamental grasses have been around for a while. Garden expert Mark Viette says it’s easy to understand why – they’re extremely hardy, maintainence free, and they put on a great show. Read script
		Switchgrass: new fuel source Virginia farmers may be planting a new, drought-resistant crop in the future that will provide an alternative fuel supply. Sherri McKinney reports on switchgrass research. Read script
		Worst drought since 2002 2007 is turning out to be the worst drought year for Virginia farmers since 2002. Norm Hyde reports the damage is particularly painful because commodity prices are so high. Read script
		ABCs of Agriculture Looking for something educational to do with the kids this Thanksgiving? Professor Brad shows us how to make pinecone turkeys in this month’s ABC’s of Agriculture.
		In the Garden Fall decorating season is the second most popular time of the year for homeowners. Garden expert Mark Viette shows us a variety of gourds and pumpkins we can grow in our own home garden. Read script
		Chef Maxwell's Kitchen Thanksgiving is all about turkey, stuffing and gravy… or is it? Chef John Maxwell shares a “rich” alternative recipe for the holidays– Oysters Rockefeller. Read script
		Virginia Climate Advisory It’s ironic that our most dangerous storms, hurricanes, are beneficial to many Virginia farmers. Jerry Stenger with the Virginia Climate Advisory explains why.
		Wine grapes in tobacco country Halifax County has been a dominant tobacco-growing region for hundreds of years. After the recent tobacco buyout, however, farmers have begun looking for other crops… including wine grapes.
		Chef Maxwell's Kitchen Fall is a great time for fresh produce and this month is no exception. Chef John Maxwell has a delicious recipe for Eggplant Croquettes.
		ABCs of Agriculture Thomas Jefferson not only was a founding father. He was a founding agriculturalist, as well. Professor Brad explains Jefferson’s impact on agriculture in this month’s ABC’s of Agriculture.
		In the Garden Can you still harvest potatoes well into early winter? Our garden expert Mark Viette says it can be done and has some tips on how you can make your garden produce well into the chill of fall.
		Virginia Climate Advisory As the jet stream shifts north with the changing of the seasons, our fall weather can be “unsettled,” to say the least. Jerry Stenger with the Virginia Climate Advisory explains.