Virginia Grain Producers Association

03/13/2026

Virginia’s farmers deserve a strong voice and the resources to succeed.

The Virginia Grain Producers Association works every day to advocate for farmers at the state and federal level, provide educational opportunities, and build connections that strengthen the industry across the Commonwealth. Watch this quick clip to hear why being part of VGPA matters and why your membership makes a difference.

If you’re not already a member, now is a great time to get involved. VirginiaGrains.com/Member

03/11/2026

New markets for corn and small grains are central to the mission of VGPA. Companies like Aerterra are helping to advance that mission. Aerterra produces air filters made using corn-based materials, creating a sustainable product while supporting demand for U.S. corn. Through our partnership with the National Corn Growers Association, members can receive an exclusive discount on Aerterra filters. It’s a great opportunity to support a company that is finding innovative ways to put the corn our farmers grow to work. Click the link below for more information.

NCGA partners with Consider Corn Challenge V winner, Aerterra, an American air filtration company, to offer member exclusive savings on subscriptions for their innovative air filters made from corn. Each filter utilizes 0.0625 bushels of corn and helps maintain cleaner, healthier indoor air.  ...

03/01/2026

This week, John Deere released a prototype E98 tractor. Tune into VGPA President, Tyler Oliver, as he discusses the benefits to producers.

02/27/2026

VGPA is heading home after an incredible week at Commodity Classic — celebrating 30 years of bringing America’s farmers together under one roof. What an honor to represent Virginia agriculture on the floor at Corn Congress and in meaningful conversations with industry partners from across the country.

From policy discussions to partnership opportunities, we made sure the voice of Virginia grain producers was heard loud and clear. Every handshake, every meeting, every vote — it was all about advocating for the family farmers who make our Commonwealth strong.

To our membership: thank you for entrusting us to carry your priorities forward. We don’t take that responsibility lightly. Your work in the field fuels our work in the room.

Thirty years of Commodity Classic. Countless conversations. Stronger connections. And a renewed commitment to Virginia’s corn and small grains producers.

Now… back to the Commonwealth.

02/25/2026

Join VGPA President, Tyler Oliver, in calling your federal representatives and urging them to pass year-round E15! The time is now!

Use the link below to call your representatives.

https://ncga.quorum.us/campaign/E15NOW/

02/20/2026

Stronger Together for Virginia Agriculture.

The Virginia Grain Producers Association (VGPA) was proud to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow commodity partners from across the Commonwealth to host a Legislative Ag Breakfast & Day on the Hill at the General Assembly.

When corn, wheat, soybeans, cattle, poultry, dairy, and industry giants come together with one voice, we amplify the impact of Virginia agriculture. This event wasn’t just about breakfast — it was about building relationships, sharing real-world stories from our farms, and ensuring lawmakers understand the policies that directly affect producers across Virginia.

Advocacy matters — and when agriculture unites, we are impossible to ignore.

Thank you to our legislative champions and commodity partners who continue to invest their time and leadership to protect and strengthen farming in the Commonwealth.

🌽 One industry.
🌾 Many commodities.
🇺🇸 One powerful voice for Virginia agriculture.

02/19/2026

The General Assembly is in session… which means meetings, lots of coffee, and bills with numbers nobody can remember.

If you’re wondering what all that actually means for your farm, we’ve got you covered!

The newest episode of Grain in the Commonwealth breaks down the 2026 session. We’re talking pesticides, policy, budgets, and the decisions in Richmond that can impact your bottom line back home.

Tune in at the link below!

Grain in the Commonwealth · Episode

02/15/2026

Last call for the 2026 VGPA Lobby Day at the General Assembly Building! VGPA is excited to announce its lobby day will be held on Tuesday, February 17 at the General Assembly Building in Richmond.

A legislative breakfast will take place from 8-9:30 am with legislators on both the House and Senate Agriculture Committees. Hill visits to follow with Delegates and Senators!

Please RSVP to attend the breakfast and hill visits by emailing [email protected]

02/12/2026

Congratulations to Brett Wightman, VGPA member and new appointee to the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) Board of Directors!

"Brett Wightman has over 15 years of experience as an agricultural producer and crop insurance professional. He is a Virginia farmer, both dryland and irrigated row crops, as well as a cattle producer. He has extensive knowledge of crop insurance as a producer, crop insurance agent and as an agricultural risk consultant."

(Washington, D.C., February 12, 2026) – Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the appointment of three new members to the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) Board of Directors, which oversees the Federal crop insurance program available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (U...

02/10/2026

Attention High School Seniors and College Students -

VGPA has opened its 2026 L. Wayne Kirby Memorial Scholarship! Apply before May 31, 2026 at the link below.

The Virginia Grain Producers Association proudly honors Wayne Kirby by naming our annual scholarships in his memory, celebrating his lifetime of dedication to Virginia agriculture and education. These scholarships support current or future full-time students attending Virginia colleges and universit...

02/05/2026

Join us for the 2026 VGPA Lobby Day at the General Assembly Building! VGPA is excited to announce its lobby day will be held on Tuesday, February 17 at the General Assembly Building in Richmond.

A legislative breakfast will take place from 8-9:30 am with legislators on both the House and Senate Agriculture Committees. Hill visits to follow with Delegates and Senators!

RSVPs are required to attend the breakfast and hill visits. Please RSVP by emailing [email protected]

02/04/2026

Great video featuring three of VGPA's members: Robbie Newcomb, J.R. Newcomb, and Eugene Longest!