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Mariposa County, California

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Foothills rise from 500 feet to over 6,000 feet elevation approaching Yosemite National Park. Oak woodlands, grasslands, and the Merced River watershed dominate the landscape.

Cattle ranching and small-scale farming operate on foothill rangelands and valley bottoms. Limited agriculture focuses on livestock grazing, hay production, and small specialty crop operations.

Quick Facts
RegionSierra Nevada Foothills
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses, Goats, Vegetables, Poultry
Farms & Ranches~185 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~240,000 acres
Average Farm Size~620 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 "Mariposa 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 Mariposa County Operations

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

Fire prevention and recovery programs help ranchers manage wildfire risks and restore damaged rangeland. Oak woodland conservation and stream restoration support wildlife habitat and water quality protection.

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 Mariposa County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Mariposa County

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

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