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VACS Manual

VACS Program

The Virginia Agricultural Cost-Share (VACS) Program supports various practices in conservation. This program is administered by the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) in partnership with Virginia’s 47 Soil & Water Conservation Districts. VACS provides Virginia’s agricultural producers with financial and technical assistance to implement best management practices that protect water quality, improve soil health and support long-term longevity.

Let us help you protect the land with available cost-share funding. Appointments are available so give our office a call at (434) 542-5405 ext. 2 to get on the schedule today.

Nutrient management plans play a vital role in protecting the land we cherish. Although the crops need nutrients to grow and feed our families, they can also have some harsh side effects when in excess. Excess nutrients in runoff are a major threat to water quality. When it rains, the rain can cause erosion, pick up nutrients and chemicals and run off into our waterway.

Southside SWCD works closely with farmers, landowners and the Department of Conservation (DCR) to control runoff pollution and protect our natural resources.

Cover Crop planting is a best management practice that Southside SWCD works with farmers to implement. Cover crops are designed to protect our soil, waterways, and long-term agricultural stability. Farmers are investing thousands of dollars, countless hours, fuel, seed, and equipment into establishing these crops. Southside SWCD takes pride in offering cost-share funding to help producers implement these best management practices by off-setting input costs.

The VACS program offers more than 50 conservation practices that cover the full spectrum of agricultural operations. The District and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) office frequently partners to assist producers with their conservation efforts.

Practices that may be funded include, but are not limited to:

  • Cover Crops
  • Nutrient Management Plans
  • Cropland Conversion
  • Streamline Fencing
  • Erosion Control

Forms:

250 LeGrande Avenue, Suite F, Charlotte Court House, VA 23923
4345425405 | vanessa.waddell@southsideswcd.org


The Commonwealth of Virginia supports the Southside Soil & Water Conservation District through financial and administrative assistance provided by the Virginia Soil & Water Conservation Board and the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Southside Soil & Water Conservation District programs, activities and employment opportunities are available to all people regardless of disability, race, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, color, age, religion/religious creed, veteran status, or genetics. An equal opportunity affirmative action employer.
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