Department of Conservation and Recreation
Conserve. Protect. Enjoy.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
results in following insights.
Tim Alderson and his family strive to implement conservation practices on their 210-acre cattle farm in Pittsylvania County by improving surrounding water quality, an effort made possible through the Virginia Agricultural Best Management Practices Cost-Share (VACS) Program. READ MORE
Massie and Sons Farm's unique use of agricultural best management practices exemplify stewardship of the York River Basin and earned them a Grand Basin Clean Water Farm award in 2023. READ MORE
If you were a farmer impacted by damage from Hurricane Helene, you may be eligible for financial relief through your local Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). READ MORE
John Bryant, owner of Old Tavern Farm in New Kent County, Virginia is dedicated to sustainable farming. READ MORE
DCR is proud to celebrate Darryl Glover's extraordinary - and ongoing - work to conserve and protect precious natural resources.... READ MORE
What tips do these DCR employees have for girls interested in science? READ MORE
Although the Virginia Resource Management Plan (RMP). Program just celebrated its 10-year anniversary, many farmers are still unaware of the long-term benefits of participating in this voluntary conservation program. READ MORE
Highlights from DCR's work to Conserve, Protect and Enjoy this year. READ MORE
By implementing effective conservation strategies, farmers can enhance soil health, protect water quality and foster biodiversity with the added benefit of increased productivity and access to state cost-share programs. READ MORE
Agriculture Recovery Resource Days are daylong resource fairs for farmers, private forest owners and agribusinesses that were impacted by Hurricane Helene in Virginia. Come to this event to meet with more than 15 local, commonwealth and federal agencies and nonprofit organizations, which will be providing information about programs and resources that can support your farm's recovery. READ MORE
