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Hanover County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling Piedmont terrain with numerous tributaries of the Pamunkey and South Anna Rivers creating fertile valleys and bottomlands. The landscape features well-drained soils and moderate topography ideal for both crop production and livestock operations.

Diverse agricultural operations include large-scale crop production, beef cattle enterprises, and emerging specialty farming serving Richmond area markets. The county maintains strong agricultural traditions while adapting to suburban development pressures in eastern areas.

Quick Facts
RegionCentral Virginia
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Poultry, Vegetables, Floriculture, Wheat
Farms & Ranches~580 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~92,000 acres
Average Farm Size~179 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 "Hanover 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 Hanover County Operations

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

Conservation programs emphasize protecting Chesapeake Bay tributaries through nutrient management and cover crop adoption. Practices focus on maintaining agricultural viability while managing development pressure in this rapidly growing region.

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 Hanover County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Hanover 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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