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Amelia County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Gently rolling Piedmont terrain characterizes this rural county southwest of Richmond, with numerous small creeks feeding into the Appomattox River. Pine forests and agricultural fields create a patchwork landscape across the county.

Traditional crop and livestock farming continues on family operations, with tobacco still grown alongside more diverse crops. Cattle operations utilize both pastures and crop residues in integrated farming systems.

Quick Facts
RegionPiedmont
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Dairy, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Corn, Tobacco
Farms & Ranches~310 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~62,000 acres
Average Farm Size~248 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Amelia County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.

What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.

Programs for Amelia County Operations

Based on Amelia County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Soil conservation practices are emphasized on cropland with gentle slopes prone to erosion. Water quality protection programs target streams flowing toward the James River through nutrient management and riparian buffers.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Amelia County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Amelia County?"

Your Next Steps in Amelia County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Virginia guide: Virginia Farm Programs Guide

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