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Agritourism Safety in Virginia
Preisser, Afton (Virginia Tech, 2017-11-17)
Safety is a concern for agritourism venues because an operating farm may expose visitors to many unfamiliar conditions, situations, and/or animals, which opens the farm operation to potential liability risks during these interactions. The purpose of this research was to review current safety protocols on Virginia agritourism operations and seek information that was needed to improve for the future. Based on a survey sent to Virginia operators, numerous areas were identified which would benefit from further education and risk management information. Insurance offerings tailored to agritourism operations are needed, in addition to improved employee screening and training for operations management. The survey found that 25.24% of responses do not do any type of pre-employment screening while over 7% do not participate in walkthroughs before events. The purpose of this research was to document specific protocols already in place, identify, and describe critical areas of improvement for Virginia agritourism event, venue, and visitor safety practices.
Agritourism: Ideas and Resources
Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-07-14)
A list of agritourism business opportunities, with resources, readings, and Virginia examples.
Community Engagement
Walker, Martha A.; Tate, Scott (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2014-09-10)
Throughout the community engagement process, communication, diplomacy, respect, patience, and flexibility are essential. The core team must keep the participants informed through discussion agendas, written summaries of previous discussions, goals/assignments for the next discussion, and progress reports providing accountability for delivering what was promised.
Community Engagement
Walker, Martha A.; Tate, Scott (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2020)
Community engagement work requires an understanding of the identified community and local issues, a listening environment, and continuous communication. It includes multiple opportunities for collecting citizen input through interaction and dialogue and identification of local solutions. Most importantly, public involvement must be focused with a defined purpose, clear expectations, an intentional planning process, and anticipated impacts. In summary, there should always be a well-designed plan for inviting citizens to be part of a conversation.
Community Engagement: Successes in Virginia Communities
Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2012-10-22)
Summarizes successful community projects throughout Virginia and offers advice to communities considering new community projects.
A Community-Based Food System: Building Health, Wealth, Connection, and Capacity as the Foundation of Our Economic Future
Bendfeldt, Eric S.; Walker, Martha A.; Bunn, Travis; Martin, Lisa; Barrow, Melanie (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2008-11-02)
An examination and exploration of the Martinsville region's capacity for expanding agricultural production,creating value-added products, potential to build and utilize the local food and farming system to meet growing demand and to be a foundational economic developmental tool.
Cooking with Local Foods
Abel, Jennifer; Carrington, Anne-Carter; Chappell, Deborah; Cole, Linda; Daniel, Donna; Smith, Ellen S.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2010-04-16)
Recipes for locally grown vegetables and fruit.
Direct Sales: Certifying Market Scales
Walker, Martha A.; Brockway, Celia; Tyler-Mackey, Crystal (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2014-09-10)
Virginia farmers sell their produce through many venues including on-farm sales, farm stands, and farmers’ markets. Wherever the produce is sold, it must be sold by weight, count, head/bunch, or dry measure. If the produce is sold by weight, the produce will be weighed on scales that have been certified by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Office of Weights and Measures.
Direct Sales: Certifying Market Scales
Walker, Martha A.; Tate, Scott (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2020)
Wherever the produce is sold, it must be sold by weight, count, head/bunch, or dry measure. If the produce is sold by weight, the produce will be weighed on scales that have been certified by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Office of Weights and Measures. This publication describes the standards and laws regarding these scales in Virginia
The Economic and Fiscal Impacts of Agritourism in Virginia
Magnini, Vincent P.; Calvert, Esra; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2018-09-20)
Examines the economic impact of agritourism in Virginia.
Energy series. Estimating appliance and home electronic energy use
Grisso, Robert D.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
This publication describes how to estimate energy consumption of appliances and home electronics.
Energy series. Federal energy tax credit or Virginia energy rebate
Walker, Martha A.; Grisso, Robert D.; Ignosh, John (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-12-01)
This publication explains the federal and state financial incentives to utilitize new energy technologies and how Virginia homeowners can take advantage of these programs.
Energy series. What about appliances?
Grisso, Robert D.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-08-24)
The cost of operation is one price to consider when choosing to buy a home appliance. This publication explains the ENERGYSTAR program and what to look for when seeking an energy efficient appliance.
Energy series. What about caulking and weather-stripping?
Grisso, Robert D.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-08-25)
The greatest source of wasted heating and cooling energy in a home is air leaks. This publication explains the benefits of applying caulking and weather-stripping to doors and windows.
Energy series. What about dishwashers?
Grisso, Robert D.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-08-26)
Washing dishes with a dishwasher is more efficient than washing them by hand, and an ENERGY STAR qualified dishwasher is even more efficient.
Energy series. What about fluorescent lighting?
Grisso, Robert D.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
This publication compares fluorescent and incandescent lighting and explains how fluorescent bulbs save energy and money.
Energy series. What about house design and room location?
Grisso, Robert D.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-08-26)
By designing a house with the right shape and orientation, and strategically locating rooms, you can save on energy costs for cooling and heating. If renting or purchasing, look for these same features in an existing home.
Energy series. What about insulation?
Grisso, Robert D.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
This publication explains how insulation is rated, how to assess the insulation in your home, and where to get more information on properly insulating your home to reduce heating and cooling costs.
Energy Series. What about Landscaping and Energy Efficiency?
Wiseman, P. Eric; Grisso, Robert D.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2014-07-07)
This factsheet offers tips for planning, planting, and maintaining home landscaping to reduce energy consumption and reduce negative impact on the environment.
Energy series. What about moisture?
Grisso, Robert D.; Walker, Martha A. (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-08-27)
This publication explains how moisture effects buildings and how to control humidity to preserve the condition and comfort of the home.