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Henrico County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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
RegionCentral Virginia
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Honey, Poultry, Cattle & calves
Farms & Ranches~85 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~7,900 acres
Average Farm Size~94 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 "Henrico 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 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 — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Henrico County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Henrico 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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