Natural Resources Conservation Service

West Virginia

United States Department of Agriculture

Farmers and ranchers are the backbone of America. Today and all days, we thank them.

Get Started with NRCS

Do you farm or ranch and want to make improvements to the land that you own or lease? NRCS offers technical and financial assistance to help farmers, ranchers and forest managers. Click on the image to see how you can get started with NRCS.

Web Soil Survey Annual Data Refresh

The entire official soil survey database was refreshed October 31, 2017. The updated official data is now available for use in implementing national programs affecting landowners and managers.

NRCS Invests in Six WV Projects in Local Watersheds to Protect Communities

The NRCS in West Virginia plans to invest in six multi-year projects and activities that aim to build vital infrastructure while conserving natural resources through the Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Program.

Helping communities solve natural resource challenges in watersheds.

Soil Health - Unlock the Secrets in the Soil

Soil is a living and life-giving substance, without which we would perish. As the world population and food production needs rise, keeping our soil healthy and productive is of paramount importance. Learn how NRCS is helping landowners and all of us unlock the secrets in the soil.