A Taste of Randolph Farm - VSU College of AGriculture Field Day
Thursday, August 29, 2024 · Registration Begins at 7:30 AM
VSU Randolph Farm, 4415 River Road, Petersburg, VA
This year's theme is "A Taste of Randolph Farm." Discover the rich offerings of the VSU College of Agriculture through:
Diverse and innovative programs in food, agriculture, natural resources, family, youth, nutrition, and community engagement
Opportunities to meet faculty, researchers, students, Extension specialists, and community members, including small farmers and industry partners
Hands-on activities and the chance to taste Randolph Farm's produce and meats prepared by culinary experts
The VSU Trojan Farmer's Market, where you can shop tasty, healthy, local produce and farm products
FARM TOUR STOPS—
High-Tech Ag - Drones: Mr. Tim Sexton
USDA Agencies & Virginia Agencies:
Farm Service Agency (FSA)
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
Risk Management Agency (RMA)
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
Farm Credit of the Virginias
Virginia Department of Social Services
Virginia Farm Bureau
VA Department of Conservation and Recreation
University of Arkansas - RMA Navigator Program
Food Safety & Packaging: Dr. Chyer Kim and Dr. Toktam Taghavi
Nocturnal Animals; Stone Garden: Dr. Trakela Wright-Hicks, Ms. Bernadette Darrow, and Ms. Sheree Press
Aquafarm: Mr. James Hill
Taste of Randolph Farm: Sample tilapia, catfish, and trout prepared by Chef Reese & Chef Rose (HM students), and lamb by Jessica Queen & Chef Bobby Maddox from Belmont Butchery
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) - Aquaponics: Mr. Josh Dusci
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) - Pollinator Health: Dr. Zelalem Mersha
Edible Flowers & Herbs: Dr. Theresa Nartea & Mrs. Robeson
High-Tech High Tunnel: Ms. Grace Summers
COA Departments & Clubs:
Department of Agriculture
Department of Family Consumer Science
Department of Hospitality Management
Horticulture Club, MANRRS, Pre-Vet Club
Ginger & Garlic: Dr. Sanjun Gu
High Tunnel Hemp: Dr. Ramesh Dhakal
Soil & Water Quality: Dr. Leonard Githinji
Recycling of Crop Residue: Dr. Adnan Yousuf
Power Proteins:
Edamame: Dr. Guo-Liang Jiang
Faba Beans: Dr. Shahram Torabian
Black Beans, Kidney Beans, Great Northern Beans, Pinto Beans, and Navy Beans: Dr. Harbans Bhardwaj
Small Ruminants: Live animals, Parasite Laboratory, Mobile Processing Unit, and Germplasm Laboratory led by Dr. Dahlia O'Brien & Dr. Stephan Wildeus, Ms. Davida Rimm-Kauffman & Ms. Mackenzie Robertson
Healthy Animals: Dr. Eunice Ndegwa
Fruits of Discovery - Canticuber: Dr. Shuxin Ren and Dr. Leah Hamilton
Deer Fencing: Ms. Amanda Seow
Switchgrass Energy: Dr. Maru Kering
Heritage Cattle: Dr. Neal Brown, Mr. Berry Harris & Mr. Isaiah Embry
VSU TROJAN FARMER’S MARKET:
Shop tasty, healthy, local produce, and value-added farm products from these vendors:
Sycamore Springs Farm (Visit Website)
Crystal's Catering & Sweet Treats (Visit Facebook)
Petersburg Oasis Youth Farm (Visit Facebook)
Truth Village Farms (Read More)
Browntown Farms (Visit Website)
MiMi's Kitchen (Cooper Family Farms)
Don Sebastian Salsa (Visit Website)
Kate’s Sweet Bakes (Visit Website)
Crunch On! Snacks
Chocoberry
Agriberry (Visit Website)
JavaBean, LLC (Visit Website)
Hungershop (Visit Website)
Join us for a family-friendly event that showcases the best of Randolph Farm and the VSU College of Agriculture.
For more information, contact Carrie Bolton at 804-524-5836 or cebolton@vsu.edu; or Jessica Harris at 804-524-5964 or jharris@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact Carrie Bolton at cebolton@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-5836 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.