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Appomattox County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling hills and small valleys characterize this historic county, with the Appomattox River forming the northern boundary. Appomattox Court House National Historical Park preserves the site of Lee's surrender ending the Civil War.

Small to medium-sized cattle operations and hay production typify farming in this rural county with traditional agricultural practices. Some crop production occurs on the better soils, often in rotation with pasture and hay.

Quick Facts
RegionPiedmont
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~280 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~75,000 acres
Average Farm Size~216 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 "Appomattox 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 Appomattox County Operations

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

Pasture improvement and livestock water system development are common EQIP practices in this cattle-focused county. Soil health initiatives promote cover crops and no-till practices on cropland areas.

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 Appomattox County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Appomattox 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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