Department of Conservation and Recreation

Community Flood Preparedness Fund Awards Announced

Buffalo Mountain Natural Area Preserve expands

Virginia Agricultural Cost Share program

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6 new Agricultural Cost-Share videos

Record cost-share funding is available for Virginia’s farmers. Learn more by viewing DCR’s VACS video series.

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Riparian buffer maintenance grants

$2 million has been awarded to five grantees for the maintenance of riparian buffers around the commonwealth.

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Invasive plants

English ivy may be posh but it doesn't belong here. Invasive species devastate natives and natural habitat. Learn about defeating these invaders and using native species instead.

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INSIGHTS

Found: long-lost plants

An Image Staff scientists rediscover plants not seen in decades and new populations of rare species. READ MORE

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Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians' lives.

As the state's lead conservation agency, DCR protects what Virginians care about – open space, clean water, natural habitat, safe infrastructure and access to the outdoors.