Department of Conservation and Recreation
Conserve. Protect. Enjoy.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
results in following insights.
By enriching the land and protecting waters, 2022's Grand Basin Clean Water Farm Award recipients are leaders in forward-thinking farming READ MORE
Agricultural best management practices yield long-lasting time and cost savings for farmers. READ MORE
Three reasons historically underserved small farmers should apply for funding now. More state funding for conservation practices than ever before is available to Virginia's farmers - and the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation wants historically underserved and all small farmers to get a share. READ MORE.jpg)
Plant more plants, and make them native. Check out these tips and resources for free trees, plant guides and ways to make your yard shine next spring. READ MORE
Funding for the state agricultural cost-share program is at an all-time high in 2021-2022. READ MORE
Moving poultry litter out of Virginia's main poultry-producing areas to be applied properly as a crop nutrient source pays for some agricultural producers. Read about one farmer's experience in Halifax County. READ MORE
In summer, most people arriving at Pocahontas State Park on Saturday have their mountain bikes, coolers and camping gear in tow. Not so the morning of Saturday, Aug. 22. READ MORE
Earth Day 2020 will be different. Even though public gatherings are off the table, that doesn't mean we can't take meaningful action. In fact, the 50th anniversary of the first Earth Day on April 22 presents opportunities to do more than we've ever done before, right at home. READ MORE
