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Virginia Agricultural Cost-Share (VACS) Program

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (through local Soil and Water Conservation Districts)No deadline listed

Summary

Virginia farmers carrying out an approved conservation plan can get cost-share for agricultural best management practices year-round through their local Soil and Water Conservation District; rates vary by district.

About this grant

Financial and technical assistance for selected agricultural best management practices for producers who carry out an approved conservation plan. Amount not published: funding varies by Soil and Water Conservation District each year, and payment rates are in a separate BMP manual. Assistance is available year-round through the local district.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies
  • Individuals

Available to those willing to carry out an approved conservation plan

Plans must be approved by the local district board

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Agriculture
  • Conservation
  • Water quality

Money can be used for

  • Conservation
  • Best management practices

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