SVHEC Launches Agribusiness Initiative

Agriculture will always be a part of Southern Virginia’s history, heritage, and culture. But did you know it is playing an increasing role in our future? Agribusiness is the NUMBER 1 industry in the United States, employing 1 out of 5 people. A growing number of people are trading briefcases and board rooms for free-range chickens and organic tomatoes. The SVHEC is partnering with regional institutions to provide the educational resources needed for local citizens to start or grow their agribusiness. Please check this page often for information about regional agribusiness events.

2012 Virginia Pork Industry Association Awards-January 27th
Held at the Workforce Center near Paul D. Camp Community College in Franklin, VA. The conference is intended for all producers and professionals associated with the pork industry.

Bayer Advanced Job Openings
Bayer Advanced has openings for the positions of Temporary Seasonal Merchandiser and Weekend Warrior (Sat/Sun position). For details or to apply visit  mybayerjobs.com. Under country type in United States and under State type in Virginia.
 

Field to Friends
A local food system coalition working to address the issues of health, wealth, connection, and capacity.
Field to Friends

Scholarships for students pursuing a degree in horticulture
Syngenta Scholarships

2012 Virginia Flower & Garden Expo-January 20-22, 2012
sponsored by the Virginia Horticultural Foundation. This expo turns the Virginia Beach Convention Center into the Commonwealth's most comprehensive event of its type. The Expo promotes horticultural education & experience for everyone from professionals to the weekend enthusiasts.
http://www.vafgs.org

Central Virginia Commercial Pesticide Applicator Re-certification Training-February 8, 2012
Sponsored by the Virginia Cooperative Extension
2012 Commercial Pesticide Applicator Recertification Training

Greenhouse Production of Tomatoes-March, 2012
Sponsored by the Mississippi State University Extension Short Course. Held in Raymond, MS. Advance registration is $125 for growers.
http://greenhousetomatosc.com/

The "Agribusiness is Everybody's Business" forum was held April 29, 2011. More than 70 individuals attended the forum to learn more about agribusiness, and how education can assist with regional agribusiness efforts.

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View the Agribusiness is Everybody's Business Flyer

 Learn more about Southside Virginia Community College's Certificate and Associate's degree in Agribusiness