Protect the Pour

Support Loudoun’s Farm
Breweries and Wineries

Help Protect Local Jobs, Businesses, and Agritourism in Loudoun County, VA

1 million visitors

In 2023, Limited breweries and distilleries welcomed an estimated 1 million visitors.

85% of Employees

More than 85 percent of employees who work in the craft beverage industry are Loudoun residents.

$1 million donations

In 2023, Loudoun’s wineries and limited breweries donated more than $1 million directly to local charities, schools, and community organizations.

saves $990 annually ON TAXES

Every Virginia household saves $990 annually on state and local taxes because of the revenue generated by visitors.

18,856 jobs in 2024

According to the economic impact report, tourism sustained 18,856 jobs in 2024 resulting in $1.2 billion in direct labor income.

generated $244.6 million taxes

In 2024, visitors generated $244.6 million in state and local taxes, a 7% increase from 2023.^

Sources: 1) 2023 Economic Impact Study conducted by Qualtrics and Aquino Consulting. The study, commissioned by Visit Loudoun, Loudoun Economic Development, the Loudoun Wineries and Winegrowers Association and the Loudoun Craft Brewers Association
2) According to the latest data released by Virginia Tourism Corporation (2024)
Download Sources: Tourism data 2024, Agritourism 2024

What Loudoun Residents Need to Know?

Loudoun County is considering zoning changes (ZOAM-2024-0002 / CPAM-2024-0002) that could directly impact many of the rural places residents love—farm breweries, limited breweries, wineries, cideries, and other agritourism businesses that make Loudoun unique.

These aren’t just businesses.

They are places where families gather, where visitors discover Loudoun, and where our rural economy thrives.

Unfortunately, parts of the proposed amendments could restrict how these rural businesses operate and grow, making it harder for them to stay open and serve the community.

These rules may impact:

How private and public community events are held.
What kind of activities are allowed on farms.
The ability to sell products on-site.
Requirements that add costs or limit flexibility.
Future expansion or improvements.
Safe, community-oriented options for recreation.

In short: the core business model of agritourism is at stake.

Why this matters to you

If restrictions increase, Loudoun’s residents could lose:

Favorite gathering places for families, friends, and celebrations.
Jobs created by breweries, wineries and agro-businesses.
Tourism dollars that help keep taxes lower and fund local services.
Preserved farmland that stays rural instead of being sold off for development.
The charm and character that makes western Loudoun special.
Safe, community-oriented options for recreation.

What We’re Asking You to Support

We’re asking Loudoun residents to stand behind simple, common-sense policies that:

How You Can Help Right Now

Your voice truly matters.

By standing with Loudoun’s farm breweries, wineries, and agritourism partners, you help preserve the rural character, local jobs, and quality of life that make this county special.

️ Show your support — sign our digital support wall.

Email the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors – let them know you support farm breweries, wineries, and agritourism. Click here to email a letter of support.

DIGITAL SUPPORT WALL

Stand with Loudoun’s farm breweries, wineries, and agritourism partners — add your name.

Support Loudoun’s Farm Breweries and Wineries