SWCD in Session: October Board Meeting Tour - Stop 4 is Calling Surry County Producers!
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Smithfield Station 409 South Church Street Smithfield, VA, 23430
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LOCAL DCR/SWCD
Learn • Connect • Get Involved
Calling all Surry County producers and those served by Peanut SWCD!
■ Location: Smithfield Station 409 South Church Street Smithfield, VA, 23430
■ Tour Hosted By: VSU Small Farm Outreach Program in partnership with Peanut SWCD & Virginia DCR
What You’ll Actively Learn:
- What SWCDs and DCR actually do
- How conservation programs and cost-share funds are approved
- Who makes the decisions and how you can get involved
- Opportunities for farmers, landowners, and local residents
- Ways to protect soil, water, and natural resources in your community
■ What Happens at a SWCD Board Meeting?
- Partner updates from DCR, NRCS, Extension, & more
- Cost-share & BMP approvals for landowners
- Program planning & community conservation efforts
- Budget reviews & district decision-making
- Public comment and Q&A
■ This is your chance to:
- Meet your local conservation leaders
- Learn about funding and support for your land
- Voice your concerns or interests
- Discover internships, volunteer, or leadership opportunities
■ Any location changes will be announced.
For more information, contact Tabitha Bugg at 804.892.2997 or tbugg@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.
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