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Festival celebrates 100 years for the poultry industry

It was 100 years ago that Charles Wampler Sr, a poultry farmer in Dayton, VA, started what became the modern poultry industry. In 1922, when he hatched 52 turkey eggs at Sunny Slope Farm, which led to the modern-day hatcheries. Amy Roscher with the Virginia Poultry Federation talks about plans for the Virginia Poultry Festival, September 13, 2025 at the Rockingham County Fairgrounds. The festival will include displays spotlighting the history of the industry, a barbeque chicken contest, food and...

Sep 03, 2025•9 min

In the Garden with Andre Viette - Watering - 8/30/25 Hr.1

Proper watering of your lawn is important. Not only will it save your lawn, but it will save you time. On this episode of In the Garden, Andre Viette gives you tips on correct watering, so you don't waste water and get the best results for your lawn.

Aug 30, 2025•51 min

A bumper crop for the Shenandoah Valley Produce Market

The Shenandoah Valley Produce Auction took time today (8/28/25) to say thank you to their customers, after a busy spring and summer season. Jeff Heatwole, manager of the auction, located west of Dayton, VA says the warm temperatures combined with abundant rainfall this summer, helped most crops. The auction caters to businesses, roadside stands, and restaurants, looking to buy produce and flowers in bulk. https://svproduceauction.com/

Aug 28, 2025•5 min

Annual Horse Show returns to Rockingham County Fairgrounds

The 14th annual Rockingham County Fair horse show is this Saturday and Sunday. Jane Cline, a volunteer, who helps organize the event, says the interest has grown over the years and this year's show will run for two days. Featuring many breeds of horses, the show and weekend, features the horseshow, games, auctions and even a cake walk. All the money raised will help the horse show continue. https://www.rockinghamcountyfair.com/events/2025/rockingham-county-fair-horse-show

Aug 28, 2025•6 min

Back Home On the Farm opens Saturday

Back Home on the Farm opens this weekend, (8/3025) for the fall season. This year's events include a special weekend celebrating the historic carousel, a weekend featuring dragons, fairies, and even a fairy godmother tea. Beetlejuice Jr. will be performed by a local acting troupe, there's a pumpkin festival and of course, a corn maze featuring some of the tallest corn in years. Find out more at https://backhome-onthefarm.com/events/

Aug 25, 2025•9 min

In the Garden with Andre Viette - Proper Spraying - 8/23/25 - Hour 3

Proper spraying of plants involves using the right product at the correct concentration, applying it during calm weather to avoid drift, and targeting key areas like the undersides of leaves where pests often hide. It's important to use clean, well-maintained equipment and wear protective gear to ensure safety. On this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre talks about proper ways to spray plants to help the plants and protect beneficial insects and butterflies. In the Garden with And...

Aug 23, 2025•51 min

In the Garden with Andre Viette - Grapes - 8/23/25 Hour 2

Growing grapes is a rewarding process that blends patience, care, and a bit of science. Grapevines thrive in well-drained soil and sunny climates, with consistent pruning and training to encourage healthy growth and maximize fruit production. On this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre talks about growing grapes, different varieties, the impact of having a rainy season versus a dry year. In the Garden with Andre Viette is a 3-hour call in gardening show. It airs live on Saturday mo...

Aug 23, 2025•51 min

In the Garden with Andre Viette-Everybody Gardens & English Ivy-8/23/25 Hour 1

When you think of gardeners, you most likely think of a person who has a large vegetable garden, perhaps well-manicured flower beds or a large lawn. You might be a gardener and not realize it! Andre Viette talks about the huge number of people who are gardeners and don't know it. If you live in an apartment and have a couple houseplants, you're a gardener!

Aug 23, 2025•51 min

Choosing funeral flowers

Harry Reif from The Wishing Well stops by for his weekly visit and talks about the importance of choosing the right flowers for funerals and other similar events.

Aug 22, 2025•9 min
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