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— Free · For Virginia Farmers
Training & resources for Virginia's small and minority farmers
VSU's Small Farm Outreach Program provides free training, technical assistance, and resources to help you own, maintain, and grow your farm with confidence.
8,400+
Farmers served
100+
Free events/year
6
Active programs
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Loans & grants
FSA, USDA, microloans
Land & property
HEIRS, succession, access
Training & classes
Free workshops & courses
Farm insurance
Crop & risk management
Selling & markets
Farmers markets, CSA, wholesale
Urban agriculture
City farming & gardens
Farm technology
Tools, apps & precision ag
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One-on-one assistance
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Programs we offer — all free
Available to minority, limited-resource, and beginning farmers across Virginia
HEIRS Property
Legal help to clear land titles, prevent involuntary partition sales, and protect generational farmland.
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New & Beginning Farmers
Step-by-step training, mentoring, and business planning for first-time farm operators.
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Risk Management
Crop insurance education, disaster preparedness, and financial risk planning tools.
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Ag Finance & Tax
Farm financial management, tax preparation assistance, and record-keeping workshops.
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Urban Agriculture
Resources for city-based growers, community gardens, and urban food production.
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1890 University Network
Connecting farmers with VSU research, Extension agents, and land-grant resources.
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Ready to grow your farm?
All programs are free for qualifying Virginia farmers. Our team is here to help you take the next step.