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Surry County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Located on the south bank of the James River in the tidewater region, featuring flat coastal plain terrain with numerous wetlands and tidal creeks. The county includes historic Jamestown Ferry crossing and is characterized by sandy loam soils typical of the Virginia coastal plain.

Agriculture emphasizes peanut production, soybeans, corn, and timber operations adapted to the coastal plain environment. Many farms practice crop rotation systems that take advantage of the region's long growing season and well-drained sandy soils.

Quick Facts
RegionTidewater
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Wheat, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Floriculture
Farms & Ranches~95 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~46,000 acres
Average Farm Size~409 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 "Surry 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 Surry County Operations

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

Conservation efforts focus on protecting the James River watershed and Chesapeake Bay through buffer strips and nutrient management. Programs support sustainable peanut production systems and wetland preservation in the sensitive coastal environment.

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 Surry County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Surry 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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