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Fauquier County Department of Agricultural Development

About Us

The Department of Agricultural (Ag) Development promotes the agricultural industry within Fauquier County, increases the economic viability of farming, and advises the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors on matters affecting the agricultural economy and its development. The department also provides promotion and marketing assistance to agricultural producers, connects farmers with markets, helps establish farmer’s markets, and explores opportunities for sales beyond the county. In partnership with other government offices and private organizations, the department supports farmland preservation, natural resources conservation, and lifelong agricultural learning.

Top photo:  Hugh Kenny, The Piedmont Environmental Council 

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Farmer Highlights

Now Accepting Applications for Fauquier County's Purchase of Development Rights Program

PDR APPLICATION 

Preserve Your Farmland with the PDR Program! Fauquier County’s Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Program offers landowners a voluntary opportunity to protect their farmland while maintaining ownership and use of their property. In exchange for relinquishing residential development rights, eligible landowners receive $60,000 per development right upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.

By participating, you help safeguard Fauquier County’s agricultural heritage and industry. So far, over 13,394 acres have been preserved—leading the Commonwealth in farmland protection!

Interested in applying? We are accepting applications October 27, 2025 – December 1, 2025.

Preserve the land you love.  Help keep Fauquier farming strong!

Broad Run Cattle

Hay for Sale – $50 per bale

    • 4×5 net wrapped mixed grass hay
    • Average weight 770 lbs.
    • Stored outside
    • Will be able to load, delivery is available, dependent upon the final destination for an additional fee.          Contact John Shiflett with Broad Run Cattle at          571-641-6341 or at [email protected]

Ag Production Mini Grants Available Soon!

Fauquier County Ag Development is happy to announce we will be accepting applications for our Ag Production Mini Grant starting Dec. 5th through Jan. 5th from Fauquier County Farmers! If your application is approved, you could receive up to $5,000 in Matching Reimbursements. This Grant can be used for any of the following: 

  • Purchasing Ag Related Tools
  • Farm Implements
  • Farm Infrastructure
  • Certification Producing Ag Education Programs
  • Agricultural Skill Development Classes           

Must show proof of filing a 2024 IRS Schedule F form. You may email your application to [email protected] or mail to

Fauquier County Agricultural Development                            16 Courthouse Sq. Ste. 402                                                Warrenton, VA 20187

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