Virginia farmers eligible for $300k to implement conservation practices

Virginia farmers will be able to access 7 million in cost-share funding for conservation practices that aim to improve water quality. The Virginia Agricultural Best Management Practices Cost-Share Program offers farmers up to 0,000 to implement practices such as cover crops, nutrient management plans, and forested or herbaceous buffers. These practices can help reduce nutrient pollution, sediment, and waste from entering waterways, which can improve water quality and reduce labor and input costs for farmers. The funding for the program in the state's new Fiscal Year 2025 budget (which began July 1) is .1 million more than last fiscal year,...

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