Pittsylvania County Agriculture DevelopmentWelcome to Pittsylvania County, where agriculture and agribusiness are progressive, thriving, and influential aspects of our community. From the perfectly planted rows of crops, the lowing of cattle in the distance, fruits ripening in the summer sunshine, to the service providers and equipment dealers, Pittsylvania County is host to a varied array of agricultural entities. As the county’s number one revenue generator, agriculture is supported heavily by the community and our local leaders. As Virginia’s largest landmass county, we are ideally suited for an ever expanding agricultural base in which research, product development, and marketing intertwine as one to enhance new and emerging food and wood product technologies.
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Latest NewsEquine Educational Day - Averett University will hold their Equine Educational Day on Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Averett University Riding Center in Pelham. For more information contact Ginger Henderson at (434) 441-6448. Carbon Credits - The Ag Development Office is now registering any land owner interested in applying for Carbon Credits. These credits pay $CASH$ money for continuing what you are already doing. Pasture, new grass, new forest, and no-till practices qualify! Contact the Ag Development Director for more information at 434-432-7993 or fred.wydner@pittgov.org Ag Development Board Meeting - *CORRECTED* The Ag Develompent Board will meet at 12:00 pm on Friday, April 3, 2009 at the FSA offices in Chatham. Lunch will be provided! |
