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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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Thank you for a Great Fall Farm Tour

Thank You for a Great Fall Farm Tour!

What a great day! We want to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the 2026 Fauquier County Fall Farm Tour a success!

First and foremost, thank you to our participating farms for opening your gates and welcoming visitors for the day. We know how much time and work goes into preparing for the Farm Tour, while still keeping up with the everyday work of running your farms and businesses.

Thank you for sharing your farms, animals, agricultural operations, equine activities, products, and stories with our visitors. The Farm Tour simply wouldn’t be possible without you!

And to everyone who came out and spent the day exploring Fauquier County — thank you for supporting our local farms and agricultural community! We hope you discovered a few new places, learned something along the way, and most importantly, had a great time!

We Want to Hear From You!

Did you attend the 2026 Fall Farm Tour?

We’d love to know where you visited, what you enjoyed, and what we can do to make future Farm Tours even better.

Your feedback is important to us and helps us plan a tour that is enjoyable for our visitors while also making sure participation is worthwhile for our farms.

TAKE THE 2026 FALL FARM TOUR VISITOR SURVEY

https://forms.gle/rJZheqacPEPAzVrh6

The survey only takes a few minutes, and we truly appreciate your feedback!

Thank you again for supporting Fauquier County agriculture. We hope to see you on the Farm Tour again next year!

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Fauquier County Ag Development Now Accepting PDR Applications!

PDR APPLICATION

ATTENTION FAUQUIER COUNTY FARMERS:

Fauquier County’s Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Program is accepting applications September 1 through October 16!

The PDR Program is a voluntary program that pays qualifying landowners to permanently protect their farmland from future development while keeping the property privately owned and in agricultural use. 

Click link below for application. 

PDR APPLICATION

Please send application to [email protected] or [email protected] 

or Mail to

16 Courthouse Sq. Ste. 402 Warrenton, VA 20186

 

Fauquier Farm & Field Passport

 As you know the Fall Farm Tour is a can’t-miss tradition—but there’s even more to discover!
Introducing the Fauquier Farm & Field Digital Passport Program — a flexible, fun, and way to explore Fauquier County’s agricultural community at your own pace.
From operations with unique growing seasons to ag-based businesses that keep our farm community running, this program offers a broader look at Fauquier agriculture than ever before!
✨ No app to download
🎁 Earn prizes just for participating
🌱 Visit a wide variety of local farms & ag businesses
🗓️ Explore from May 1 through October 31
Take your time, explore your way, and discover the best of Fauquier agriculture!
Click here to see them all!
Note: Please check individual listings for hours of operation.

Fauquier Farm Events

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