Department of Conservation and Recreation
Conserve. Protect. Enjoy.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
results in following insights.
Massie and Sons Farm's unique use of agricultural best management practices exemplify stewardship of the York River Basin and earned them a Grand Basin Clean Water Farm award in 2023. READ MORE
John Bryant, owner of Old Tavern Farm in New Kent County, Virginia is dedicated to sustainable farming. READ MORE
DCR is proud to celebrate Darryl Glover’s extraordinary — and ongoing — work to conserve and protect precious natural resources. READ MORE
Although the Virginia Resource Management Plan (RMP) Program just celebrated its 10-year anniversary, many farmers are still unaware of the long-term benefits of participating in this voluntary conservation program. READ MORE
By implementing effective conservation strategies, farmers can enhance soil health, protect water quality and foster biodiversity with the added benefit of increased productivity and access to state cost-share programs. READ MORE
Recognizing farmers’ contributions to protecting Virginia’s waterways this National Water Quality Month. READ MORE
DCR had numerous accomplishments in 2022. Read more about what has happened. READ MORE
By enriching the land and protecting waters, 2022’s Grand Basin Clean Water Farm Award recipients are leaders in forward-thinking farming 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
