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Bland County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

High elevation plateau country with mountain ridges and narrow valleys defines this southwestern Virginia county. The county sits atop the Appalachian divide with elevations commonly exceeding 3,000 feet.

Small cattle operations and hay production utilize the limited agricultural land available in this mountainous terrain. Cool climate conditions and short growing seasons limit crop options compared to lower elevation areas.

Quick Facts
RegionAppalachian Plateau
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Vegetables, Corn, Poultry, Horses, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~140 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~79,000 acres
Average Farm Size~245 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 "Bland 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 Bland County Operations

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

High elevation grazing management and seasonal feeding challenges for livestock are addressed through conservation programs. Forest management practices are important given the extensive woodland cover in mountainous terrain.

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 Bland County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Bland 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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