Virginia
How long does it typically take to get current FSA farm maps and a Subsidiary Print if I need to request them?
It varies from county to county based on the capacity of local service center. Many offices require you to make an appointment before coming in to request those documents. It also depends on if you have an existing account with them on record or if you need to establish operator status for the land you wish to enroll, etc.
We recommend requesting a digital copy of your FSA documents, as this can help speed up your application review.
You can view sample documents below to ensure the documents you receive meet the eligibility criteria for the Alliance.
What is the CPA-52 Environmental Evaluation Worksheet?
The CPA-52 Environmental Evaluation Worksheet is a required review used by the Natural Resources Conservation Service to make sure conservation practices won’t negatively impact environmental or cultural resources. In practical terms, it’s a compliance check. It helps confirm that planned activities — like planting, grazing changes, or other conservation practices — won’t harm things like wetlands, endangered species habitat, or historic sites.
Projects funded through the USDA’s Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) initiative must meet federal environmental compliance requirements. As of September 2025, the CPA-52 Environmental Evaluation Worksheet is required for all practices. Before a producer can enroll in the Alliance and begin implementing practices, the CPA-52 evaluation must be completed and approved.
IMPORTANT NOTES
⋅ No action is required from you. The Alliance team will complete and submit the CPA-52 on your behalf.
⋅ Once approved, the CPA-52 will be uploaded to your dashboard and your Producer Agreement (contract) will become available to sign.
⋅ Do not begin implementing any practices until this process is complete and your contract is signed.
⋅ Practices started before CPA-52 approval will not be eligible for payment.
⋅ Once approved, the CPA-52 will be uploaded to your dashboard and your Producer Agreement (contract) will become available to sign.
⋅ Do not begin implementing any practices until this process is complete and your contract is signed.
⋅ Practices started before CPA-52 approval will not be eligible for payment.
How do I find a Nutrient Management planner?
Click below for the most recent list of Nutrient Management planners in Virginia.
Where can I find a soil testing lab?
Applies only to producers enrolled in the General Program who are implementing Grazing Management or Nutrient Management.
Samples may be submitted to the Virginia Tech Soil Testing Laboratory or a private soil testing laboratory. Click here for a list of approved soil testing labs.
Virginia Tech Soil Testing Laboratory
145 Smyth Hall (MC 0465)
185 Ag Quad Lane
Blacksburg, VA 24061
The soil sample submission form can be found here: Soil Sample Information Sheet for Commercial Crop Production.
If I have already enrolled in the Alliance, can I enroll again?
Producers who have enrolled once before are still eligible. Producers who have previously enrolled twice are not eligible for this round.
Are Virginia Tech or Virginia State University employees eligible?
Absolutely! As long as you meet the program eligibility, you are welcome to apply.
Alliance Dashboard
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Virginia Soil Health Coalition Webinar
We partnered with 4 The Soil to bring you practical, in-depth insights on how conservation practices can improve your soil — and your farm’s bottom line.
This webinar session covered:
✔ How producers can get paid to implement conservation practices
✔ Details on the 2026 Virginia program, including eligibility, timelines, and the application process
✔ Real-world insights on nutrient management, grazing management, and pasture/hay planting
✔ How improving soil health can strengthen productivity and long-term farm resilience
✔ Available technical assistance, education, and market opportunities
The webinar also covered case studies of the three eligible practices (Nutrient Management, Grazing Management, and Pasture and Hay Planting), along with the soil health and conservation benefits of each practice to farming operations.