This issue of Virginia Economic Review takes a deep dive into the controlled environment agriculture industry’s past, present, and future, while highlighting traditional agricultural operations in Virginia. Article highlights include:

  • The Future of Food
  • A Fresh Take on Food Production
  • Virginia Researchers Develop Tomorrow’s Ag Breakthroughs
  • Aquaculture Companies Seek Profitability Through Sustainability
  • Peanut Processors Rely on Consistent Virginia Quality
  • The Turman Group Looks Back on its International Trade Journey

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