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Who are VABF Members?
VABF encompasses a community of farmers, gardeners, homesteaders, students, teachers, researchers, and general supporters of local and sustainable food systems.
Members receive:
• Member discount to the Virginia Biological Farming Conference and other VABF events
• Our annual directory of members
• Monthly Newsletter
• Website listings (Events, Classifieds, Job Postings) at no charge
• Voting rights
25th annual Virginia Biological Farming Conference ~ Main Sponsors
Virginia State University’s College of Agriculture is one of the country’s leading 1890 colleges of agriculture, natural resources, food, and life sciences.
Our academic programs offer a comprehensive array of majors and concentrations that prepare our students to become leaders in the fields of nutrition, food science, apparel design and retail, child care, restaurant and hotel management, agriculture and more.
As part of VSU’s land-grant mission, the College of Agriculture also houses the Virginia Cooperative Extension program and an Agricultural Research Station, each which provide valuable resources to Virginia residents, while also providing practical, hands-on internship and work study opportunities for our students.
Our Transformational Committments
- Agricultural Innovation, Integration, & Sustainability
- Student Success, Experiential Learning & Workforce Development
- Integrated Well-Being of Youth, Family and Community
The Carbon Farming Partnership offers a proven, science-based deep soil management approach that enhances soil biology and fertility, supporting farmers in achieving higher productivity, increased resilience, and long-term profitability. In collaboration with the USDA and NRCS, we assess deep soil organic carbon levels, nutrient profiles, and overall soil health through comprehensive meter-deep soil sampling, helping farmers track the impact of conservation practices on soil health over time, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions that support sustainable farm management. Based in Virginia and working in states across the Southeastern US, our hands-on educational workshops and specialized training for service providers empower producers with the tools and knowledge needed to boost soil health and unlock new opportunities for enhanced farm productivity. By embracing regenerative techniques to foster deep soil carbon, farmers can drive transformational change in both their farming practices and financial outcomes, ensuring a healthier, more resilient farm for the future.
