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A Taste of Randolph Farm - College of Agriculture Field Day

  • VSU Randolph Farm 4415 River Road Petersburg, VA, 23803 United States (map)

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:

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.

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