The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) has launched its biennial regulation review process, offering citizens an opportunity to shape the Commonwealth’s wildlife management policies for 2025-2026. The department is specifically seeking public input on potential modifications to hunting, trapping and broader wildlife regulations.

This comprehensive review process follows a structured timeline: After collecting public suggestions, DWR staff will carefully evaluate all submissions and develop evidence-based recommendations. These recommendations will be presented to the DWR Board in Spring 2025, followed by an additional public comment period before final adoption.

Of particular interest, the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation’s Governmental Relations team will submit formal comments addressing wildlife depredation and governance issues, aligned with currently adopted organizational policies.

Stakeholders interested in submitting comments that support Virginia Farm Bureau Federation positions on wildlife management have until December 6 to participate in this important regulatory process.