CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) announced an official agreement with the Farmer Veteran Coalition combining the WV Grown and Homegrown by Heroes logos into a blended mark. This marketing initiative informs consumers that agricultural products donning the mark are locally produced, grown, or with 50% or greater value-added within West Virginia and by a U.S. …
Op Ed: Inflation Reduction Act: A Threat Towards Food Resiliency
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is being touted as a big win for climate change as it makes available hundreds of billions of dollars for renewable energy. These industries will have access to loan guarantee and financial assistance programs making expansion viable in the United States. At the same time, it puts a burden on fossil fuels, disincentivizing the industry …