Department of Agriculture

When you think of some of West Virginia’s biggest economic drivers, extractive industries like coal or natural gas are likely the first things that often…

A small conference center and campground in Jackson County has stirred up plenty of controversy at the statehouse over the past few years.Members of the…

The deadline is approaching for nominations to the West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame.The deadline for nominations is Feb. 16, and…

If you spend any time outside these days, chances are you might be encountering some tiny black bugs. Lots of people mistake them for ticks, but they are…

Senate Bill 237 was on the House Floor Thursday. The bill would create the Captive Cervid Farming Act, which would allow West Virginians to own farms to…

The state Department of Agriculture’s proposed list of restricted pets in West Virginia was revisited by members of the Legislative Rule Making Committee…

The public has an opportunity to weigh in on the state's proposed list of dangerous animals. The list developed by the Wild and Dangerous Animal Board…

The state Department of Agriculture is seeking nominations for a program honoring contributions by women to the agriculture, forestry and specialty crop…

New federal data show that the value of West Virginia's agricultural products increased 37 percent over the past five years to a total of $809 million.The…

A legislative audit of the West Virginia Department of Agriculture under Commissioner Gus Douglass has revealed erroneous and fraudulent reimbursements…