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What you need to know before hiring a mover

Whether the move is across town or across the country, a few things are important to check before signing a contract with a moving company.

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US: wheat forecast to increase in Va. in 2013

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services says the state wheat crop is expected to top 16 million bushels in 2013.

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VDACS promoting farm markets with a punch card

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The buzz: Va. grants support beehives in 2013

A fund intended to promote the establishment of new beehives in Virginia has been established.

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Agencies plan to trap ash borers in Va.

Federal and state agriculture officials say they're conducting another survey to figure out the extent of Virginia's emerald ash borer infestation.

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Beautiful Gardens program releases Va. Tech flower

A new daylily honoring Virginia Tech is the first plant to be released by the Beautiful Gardens Introduction Program.

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Va. OKs $1.2 million for farmland preservation

More than $1.2 million in farmland preservation grants is heading to 13 Virginia localities.

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