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Virginia Cooperative Extension offers a comprehensive collection of resources, programs, and services that are research-proven, accessible, and contain actionable information that supports the success and resilience of individuals and communities throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia and beyond.

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Upcoming Workshops & Events

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Oct 17

NORFOLK WATERSIDE MARRIOTT

7:00 AM – 8:00 PM07:00 – 20:007:00 AM – 8:00 PM

SFOP Small Farm Conference

NORFOLK WATERSIDE MARRIOTT

7:00 AM – 8:00 PM07:00 – 20:007:00 AM – 8:00 PM

NORFOLK WATERSIDE MARRIOTT

7:00 AM – 8:00 PM07:00 – 20:007:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Oct 20

Location to be Announced

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM19:00 – 20:007:00 PM – 8:00 PM

SWCD in Session: October Board Meeting Tour - Stop 1 is Calling Sussex County Producers!

Location to be Announced

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM19:00 – 20:007:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location to be Announced

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM19:00 – 20:007:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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Oct 21

Hybrid Class - Microsoft Teams Virtual Meeting or

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM09:00 – 11:009:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Small Farm Orientation

Hybrid Class - Microsoft Teams Virtual Meeting or

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM09:00 – 11:009:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Hybrid Class - Microsoft Teams Virtual Meeting or

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM09:00 – 11:009:00 AM – 11:00 AM

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Oct 21

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM13:00 – 15:001:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Farm and Rural Business Planning

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM13:00 – 15:001:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Oct 22

7:30 AM – 6:30 PM07:30 – 18:307:30 AM – 6:30 PM

North Carolina State Fair Bus Tour

7:30 AM – 6:30 PM07:30 – 18:307:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Oct 22

VSU Randolph Farm

8:30 AM – 4:30 PM08:30 – 16:308:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Ginger Workshop and Field Day

VSU Randolph Farm

8:30 AM – 4:30 PM08:30 – 16:308:30 AM – 4:30 PM

VSU Randolph Farm

8:30 AM – 4:30 PM08:30 – 16:308:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Oct 22

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM09:00 – 11:009:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Precision Agriculture For Small Farmers

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM09:00 – 11:009:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Oct 22

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM10:00 – 12:0010:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Agritourism 101

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM10:00 – 12:0010:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Growing Greater Series

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Oct 9, 2025

Growing Greater - From Randolph Farm to the Dallas Cowboys

Oct 9, 2025

Sep 4, 2025

Growing Greater: Welcome Back — A Message from Interim Dean Dr. Jewel Bronaugh

Sep 4, 2025

Sep 3, 2025

Dr. Jada Brooks Shares HBCU studies

Sep 3, 2025

Sep 2, 2025

EXCITE Grant Overview with Regional Coordinator Dr. Janine Woods and Lead Tabi Pagan:

Sep 2, 2025

Growing Greater Blogs

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Oct 15, 2025

Hospitality Management Student Crafts Recipe for Success with Summer Internship

Oct 15, 2025

"Growing the Next Generation of Ag Heroes" an initiative led by Virginia State University (VSU) Cooperative Extension.

Oct 15, 2025

Aug 21, 2025

First Trojan Farmer’s Market of the 2025-2026 School Year

Aug 21, 2025

The Trojan Farmer’s Market kicked off the new school year with fresh produce, local vendors, and plenty of community spirit. Students and visitors came together to celebrate healthy living and support small farmers from across Virginia.

Aug 21, 2025

Superfoods. Traditional medicine

Aug 21, 2025

At VSU’s Agricultural Research Station, scientists explore how superfoods such as baby ginger may hold the key to fighting obesity and cancer.

Aug 21, 2025

The Second Morrill Act

Aug 21, 2025

Virginia State University celebrates 135 years of progress since the Second Morrill Act of 1890, which established HBCU Land-Grant institutions across the nation. This milestone honors a legacy of access, innovation, and resilience that continues to empower communities today.

Aug 21, 2025