The Virginia Agribusiness Council advocates for the business interests of the

diversified industry of agriculture and forestry.

Agriculture and forestry are Virginia's #1 private industries, contributing over $100 billion to our economy annually.







Our Organization

The Virginia Agribusiness Council is a non-profit member organization committed to representing the agriculture and forestry industries in the Commonwealth with a unified voice through effective government relations efforts.

The Council was formed in 1971 but its roots extend back to 1928 when its parent organization, the Agricultural Conference Board of Virginia, was organized. The organization was to act as a forum and unified voice for the many statewide farmer organizations at the then biennial sessions of the Virginia General Assembly.

The complexity of issues facing agriculture and forestry rapidly increased over the years which paved the way to creating the Virginia Agribusiness Council.





Members We Serve

We represent a diverse membership in the agriculture and forestry industries.


Begin your membership with us.





Upcoming Events

    • Monday, November 18, 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • The Place at Innsbrook, 4036-C Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060
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    Register now for our Annual Meeting and Policy Discussions day-long event!

    The Annual Meeting is attended by agricultural producers, suppliers, processors/ marketers, industry associations, lenders, professional individuals, and state legislators. It is crucial that we hear from our members and the community about what issues are foremost on your mind. The Annual Meeting is your chance to shape the direction of VAC's efforts at the 2025 Session. Be sure you and your industry's voice is heard - register today!

    Tentative Schedule: 

    • 8:00am - Registration & Breakfast
    • 9am-12pm - Morning Sessions, Policy Panels, and Key Speakers
    • 12 - 2pm - Lunch,  VAC Business Meeting, Keynote Address
    • 2 - 5pm - VAC Policy Development Roundtable Session

    Contact Cliff Williamson, Executive Director, at vac@va-agribusiness.org for more information!

    SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:


    • Thursday, January 09, 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • The Shed at Main Street Station, 1500 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219
    Register


    Join us for our 53rd Legislative Appreciation Banquet Thursday, January 9, 2025!

    The Virginia agribusiness industry's premiere event attended by over 900 annually, where the Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, members of the General Assembly, and our Congressional delegation are hosted by hundreds of agribusiness leaders.

    Ticket and Sponsorship Information
    Click HERE for sponsorship opportunity details.

    Parking
    Sponsored Valet parking will be available first come, first serve as well as lots surrounding The Shed at Main Street Station, across the street from Main Street Station, in a smaller lot to the right of the station, in addition to several public parking lots nearby.

    Accommodations
    Overnight accommodations are available for a discounted rate of $149++ per night at the Omni Richmond - 100 S. 12th Street, Richmond, VA - just blocks from the Shed at Main Street Station.
    *Reservations must be made by December 17, 2024 to secure this rate.


    *Please call 1-800-THE-OMNI to reserve your room and request the VAC Annual Legislative Room Block, or click the link below to secure your room today.

    https://bookings.omnihotels.com/event/richmond/vac-2025-annual-legislative-room-block



Virginia Agribusiness Council
(804) 643-3555; vac@va-agribusiness.org
9323 Midlothian Turnpike, Suite T
 Richmond, Virginia 23235
        
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