The president of Virginia Farm Bureau Federation emphasized the power of connectivity in strengthening Virginia’s rural economy.
State leaders across district and party lines heard from VFBF president Scott Sink during a recent meeting of the Rural Caucus for Virginia’s General Assembly. Chaired by State Sen. Emily Jordan (R-Smithfield), the Rural Caucus is an opportunity for rural legislators and advocates to come together during the General Assembly session for updates and fellowship.
Sink commended the collaborative efforts of the Virginia Rural Center, which works to enhance economic opportunities in rural Virginia.
The center is a partnership of the Sen. Frank Ruff Jr. Center for Rural Virginia and the Council for Rural Virginia, which have a joint mission to work with policymakers and stakeholders to create innovative solutions and expand entrepreneurial opportunities to ensure economic prosperity for all regions in the commonwealth.
“As we represent our farmers and small busines...