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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 28

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

Increasing Soil Health with Cover Crops

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

Oct 28

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

Greenhouse-High Tunnel Tour

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

Oct 28

Prince Edward Agriculture Building, Conference Room

10:50 AM – 12:10 PM10:50 – 12:1010:50 AM – 12:10 PM

SWCD in Session: October Board Meeting Tour - Stop 5 is Calling Nottoway and Amelia Producers!

Prince Edward Agriculture Building, Conference Room

10:50 AM – 12:10 PM10:50 – 12:1010:50 AM – 12:10 PM

Prince Edward Agriculture Building, Conference Room

10:50 AM – 12:10 PM10:50 – 12:1010:50 AM – 12:10 PM

Oct 28

Milepost 5.8

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM15:00 – 17:003:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Invasive Species Walk

Milepost 5.8

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM15:00 – 17:003:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Milepost 5.8

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM15:00 – 17:003:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Oct 28

Smithfield Station

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM18:30 – 20:306:30 PM – 8:30 PM

SWCD in Session: October Board Meeting Tour - Stop 4 is Calling Surry County Producers!

Smithfield Station

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM18:30 – 20:306:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Smithfield Station

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM18:30 – 20:306:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Oct 29

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM10:00 – 11:0010:00 AM – 11:00 AM

(CANCELLED) How to create a Business Plan for Your Urban Farm

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM10:00 – 11:0010:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Oct 29

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM15:00 – 17:003:00 PM – 5:00 PM

VSU SFOP and USDA Information Update

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM15:00 – 17:003:00 PM – 5:00 PM

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Oct 30

VSU Randolph Farm

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM10:00 – 15:0010:00 AM – 3:00 PM

VSU Agritourism Fall Fest

VSU Randolph Farm

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM10:00 – 15:0010:00 AM – 3:00 PM

VSU Randolph Farm

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM10:00 – 15:0010:00 AM – 3:00 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