Blog and Events - Loudoun County Farms, VA

Summer Fun for All

Here at the Loudoun Farms office in the Loudoun Department of Economic Development, we get to work on all kinds of fun projects throughout the year. From educational opportunities for agricultural business personnel to promotional programs like the spring and fall Farm tours and the Loudoun Made Loudoun Grown branding program. We are passionate... read more →

4 Loudoun Breweries are Virginia Craft Beer Cup Winners

Loudoun has so many wonderful things to offer and one of them is great craft beer! On June 4, 2018, the Virginia Craft Brewers Guild announced the 2018 Virginia Craft Beer Cup Winners. There were 27 categories with the top three brews named in each category. We think all of our breweries have great beer, but... read more →

2018 Spring Farm Tour Recap in Pictures

The 2018 Spring Farm Tour took place May 19th and 20th and despite the rain on Saturday it was very successful! There were 26 farms and 7 special venues that participated in the tour. Based on the survey responses that have started to come in the farmers felt like tour weekend... read more →

Loudoun County Spring Farm Tour – May 19th and 20th

Farms and other rural businesses offer a uniquely Loudoun experience for everyone visiting stops on the Spring Farm Tour taking place May 19 and 20 in Loudoun County. This year's tour is sure to be a hit with 28 optional farm venues and seven locations offering agricultural related events. Stops on this free self-guided tour span the... read more →

April 24, 2018
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Spring Farm Tour – Look and See Itinerary

The Spring Farm Tour Look and See Itinerary brings you to six different tour stops with a variety of fun activities. Four of the stops on this itinerary are new to the farm tour! Learn about the new stops and the repeat favorites below to plan your farm tour route... read more →

Spring Farm Tour -Little One’s Itinerary

Everyone loves #LoudounFarmTour, but kids and families find it especially fun! Children are so inquisitive and the farm tour offers much for them to see and do. A full day of farm visits is sure to make your babies sleep very peacefully. Below are some great family friendly stops to check out... read more →

April 23, 2018
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Spring Farm Tour – Tastes of Loudoun Itinerary

If you are foodie this tour is for you! Experience all of the flavor and goodness that local #LoudounMade #LoudounGrown products offer during the Spring Farm Tour taking place May 19 and 20. You can learn more about each stop below and click here to see an interactive map with all of the stops.... read more →

Spring Farm Tour – Horses and More Itinerary

Are you into horses and other farm animals? If you are, you will want to see all of the stops on the Horses and More tour itinerary for the Spring Farm tour taking place May 19 and 20. You can learn more about each stop below and click here to see an interactive map... read more →

Spring Farm Tour-Hands On Itinerary

The five farms on the Hands-On tour itinerary for the Spring Farm tour taking place May 19 and 20 will definitely offer you a variety of true farm experiences. Try them all or pick the ones that most interest you. You can learn more about each stop below and click here to see... read more →

April 19, 2018
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Spring Farm Tour – CSA Itinerary

Are you thinking about what CSA to join or want to learn more about CSA programs? Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a great way to connect the community directly with agriculture in Loudoun County. The way it works is; you buy a seasonal subscription from the CSA farmer, and in return receive weekly produce packages... read more →

April 19, 2018
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April is Virginia Vineyard Month!

Welcome to spring and Virginia Vineyard Month! As the flowers bloom and the temperatures become more mild you will surely want to enjoy a glass of vino at one of Loudoun's picturesque vineyards. Many of Loudoun's wineries have vineyards on their property where they grow a plethora varietals to wet your... read more →

April 11, 2018
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Farmer Trading Cards Hit the Halls April 3rd

Get your farmer trading card collections ready! Loudoun farmer trading cards are back – and will be distributed to Loudoun County Public School children the week after spring break. This year will offer the opportunity to collect the third set of trading cards. The cards feature eight farmers: Doug... read more →

March 23, 2018
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National Ag Day Trivia Contest

Give the National Ag Day Trivia contest a whirl and show what you know about Loudoun and Virginia Agriculture. Once you finish the trivia quiz, make sure to fill out your email address so you can be entered to win all of the great Loudoun, Va Made - Loudoun, VA Grown swag... read more →

March 19, 2018
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National Ag Day – Tuesday, March 20th

The Agriculture Council of America (ACA) will host National Agriculture Day on March 20, 2018. This will mark the 45th anniversary of National Ag Day which is celebrated in classrooms and communities across the country. The theme for National Ag Day 2018 is "Agriculture: Food For Life." The National Ag... read more →

March 15, 2018
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Wednesday With Winslow; A Facebook Interview

Do you have a burning question for our own local celebrity Winslow? Get your questions ready for him and tune in to the Loudoun Farms Facebook page on March 14th. Winslow will be fielding questions about everything from his racing record to the new legislation regarding dogs in breweries and everything in... read more →

March 1, 2018
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Loudoun “Agricouture” at the Torpedo Factory

Loudoun Economic Development, the Loudoun Arts Council and Franklin Park Arts Center have partnered to bring you this amazing "agricoutour" exhibit and improve the linkage between urban and rural economies. On February 23rd from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Torpedo Factory in Alexandria, you will be able to meet the... read more →

February 13, 2018
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Don’t Miss the Loudoun Grown Expo

Melanie Scoggins Rural Retention and Marketing Manager Just imagine it - blooming flowers, longer days, cool breezes . . . that's what I'm dreaming of these cold and blustery days. The little light at the end of the tunnel is what we call "spring" in Virginia and some days it... read more →

January 30, 2018
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Loudoun Strawberries: Red, White and Yummy

Melanie Scoggins Loudoun Economic Development Spring is still a few months away, but for those who covet the fresh-picked from-the-farm strawberry, we have the perfect locations right here in Loudoun County! Typically, Loudoun County pick-your-own strawberry season starts in mid-to-late May, but check back in late April to... read more →

January 10, 2018
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Wine Tasting Engages Your Brain More Than Any Other Behavior

Rejoice! Wine tasting isn’t just fun to do, it’s also good for you, according to research from Yale neuroscientist Gordon Shepherd. In his recently published book, Neuroenology: How the Brain Creates the Taste of Wine, he argues that wine tasting actually “engages more of our brain than any other human... read more →

October 22, 2017
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