Virginia Agricultural Experiment Station
The Virginia Agricultural Experiment Station (VAES) is the scientific research center of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Virginia Tech, encompassing various academic departments both on and off-campus, including the Agricultural Research and Extension Centers (ARECs). With over 350 scientists from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, College of Natural Resources and Environment, and Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, VAES collaborates with the Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) as part of Virginia’s Agency 229.
VAES, in partnership with the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), focuses on innovation in agriculture, food, and health through basic and applied research. This research aims to improve the quality of life for individuals and families and strengthen Virginia's social and economic health. By employing advanced qualitative and quantitative methods, VAES research supports Virginia’s animal, plant, and seafood industries, promotes natural resource conservation, and benefits consumers statewide.
Shenandoah Valley AREC
Alson H. Smith Jr. AREC
Virginia Seafood AREC
Southern Piedmont AREC
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Hampton Roads AREC
Middleburg AREC
Reynolds Homestead FRRC
Tidewater AREC
Southwest Virginia AREC
Eastern Virginia AREC
Eastern Shore AREC
VAES Latest News & Updates
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New research shows how farmers can be left dry by rainfall insurance , articleSmall differences in rainfall data and grid size can lead to big discrepancies in insurance payouts, a new study finds, leaving some farmers uncovered.
Date: Oct 31, 2025 - -
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Global farm productivity growth stalls, raising risks for food and markets , articleVirginia Tech's 2025 Global Agricultural Productivity Report warns that innovation is falling behind demand, leaving farmers without the tools needed to keep food affordable and sustainable.
Date: Oct 01, 2025 - -
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Virginia ram test continues to evolve alongside industry needs and technology , articleWith one of the nation’s longest-running performance programs, Virginia Tech has helped sheep producers make better breeding decisions for five decades.
Date: Sep 25, 2025 -
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Mary Burrows
Associate Dean for Research, Director of VAES
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