Partnering to improve soils, farms, lives in VA
A farming revolution is spreading across Virginia. Crop producers are switching to continuous no-till systems; livestock farmers are switching to rotational grazing. Both approaches save the farmer time and money. They also benefit the land, restoring soil health and dramatically cutting runoff and erosion. The net result is more profitable and productive farms—and better water quality downstream. >> Read more, watch videos
Led by NRCS, our project brings together a coalition dedicated to improving the economic and environmental sustainability of Virginia agriculture. A core belief uniting us is that the long-term health of our rural economies and water quality will ultimately depend on how well we take care of our soil. Read More…
Agricultural best management practices offer some of the most cost effective ways to reduce polluted runoff. We hope these videos will inspire more farmers to incorporate these innovative practices on their land to protect water quality.
Michelle Kokolis, Watershed Restoration Project Manager
James River Association
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