Virginia Foundation for Agriculture Rural Innovation and
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Virginia
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Direct Marketing Services
Assists in developing and enhancing sales and marketing
opportunities for retail farmers markets, organic producers,
agritourism enterprises and direct marketers, including farmers
markets, roadside stands, restaurateurs and specialty food stores.
Activities include focusing on entrepreneurial development and
consumer outreach programs through educational workshops, seminars,
consumer and trade events and providing point-of-sale materials.
Growers and marketers, as well as retailers and chefs, can take
advantage of Virginia Grown promotional programs conducted by
VDACS. These promotions include media advertising and special
events throughout the season. DMS works closely with the Virginia
Tourism Corporation, Virginia Tech, Virginia State University and
statewide Extension Agents.