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Campbell County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The county extends from the James River valley into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with Lynchburg anchoring the northern end. Rolling hills transition to steeper terrain as elevation increases toward the south.

Cattle operations dominate agriculture across the varied topography from river bottoms to mountain foothills. Some tobacco production continues alongside hay and pasture, with apple orchards in higher elevation areas.


Quick Facts

RegionPiedmont
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Dairy, Soybeans, Corn, Wheat, Floriculture
Farms & Ranches~620 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~120,000 acres
Average Farm Size~182 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 "Campbell 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 Campbell County Operations

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

Pasture management across diverse terrain from valleys to hillsides is a major conservation focus. Programs emphasize protecting the James River watershed through nutrient management and erosion control practices.

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 Campbell County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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


Your Next Steps in Campbell 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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