Calaveras County, California

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Gold country foothills rise from 200 feet elevation in the west to over 8,000 feet along the Sierra crest. Rolling hills, oak woodlands, and the Calaveras River system define the agricultural landscape.

Wine grape production has expanded significantly in recent decades, complementing traditional cattle ranching. Mountain agriculture includes small-scale specialty crops and timber operations in higher elevations.

Quick Facts


Region	Sierra Nevada Foothills
Top Commodities	Cattle & calves, Poultry, Fruit & tree nuts, Goats, Sheep, Hogs
Farms & Ranches	~580 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~220,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~367 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Calaveras County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.

What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.

Programs for Calaveras County Operations

Based on Calaveras County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Programs support sustainable grazing practices and vineyard establishment on steep slopes. Wildfire prevention and recovery assistance are increasingly important for protecting agricultural investments.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Calaveras County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Calaveras County?"

Your Next Steps in Calaveras County

Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
Read the California guide: California Farm Programs Guide

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