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Augusta County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The fertile Shenandoah Valley stretches between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, with the South River and Middle River flowing through productive farmland. Staunton sits in the center of this major agricultural valley.

Large-scale dairy operations and poultry houses dominate agriculture in this highly productive valley county. Corn and hay production support the livestock industries, while some farms diversify into vegetables and direct marketing.

Quick Facts
RegionShenandoah Valley
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Dairy, Corn, Soybeans, Floriculture
Farms & Ranches~890 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~240,000 acres
Average Farm Size~167 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 "Augusta 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 Augusta County Operations

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

Nutrient management is critical for large poultry and dairy operations to protect the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Conservation programs emphasize precision agriculture techniques and manure management systems for intensive livestock operations.

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 Augusta County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Augusta 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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