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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Urban and suburban landscape along the James River with limited remaining agricultural areas concentrated in western portions of the county. The terrain consists of rolling Piedmont topography heavily modified by metropolitan Richmond development.
Agricultural operations are limited to small remaining farms, horse properties, and specialty operations serving local markets. Farming activities focus on direct sales, agritourism, and preservation of historic agricultural landscapes within the urban environment.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Virginia |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Honey, Poultry, Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Henrico County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2502 New Kent Hwy, Quinton, VA 23141
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
Programs for Henrico County Operations
Based on Henrico County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs focus on preserving remaining agricultural land and supporting urban agriculture initiatives. Conservation efforts emphasize stormwater management and maintaining green space connectivity in this heavily developed metropolitan area.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Nearby Counties
Operators in Henrico County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Charles City County, Virginia, Chesterfield County, Virginia, Goochland County, Virginia, Hanover County, Virginia, New Kent County, Virginia, and Powhatan County, Virginia. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Henrico County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Virginia guide: Virginia Farm Programs Guide
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