Knott County, Kentucky

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Steep Appalachian mountains with narrow valleys and limited flat land characterize this rugged county. North Fork Kentucky River and Troublesome Creek provide water resources through the mountainous terrain.

Small-scale cattle operations utilize available pasture land in valleys and on hillsides. Subsistence farming and small gardens remain important for many rural families in the mountains.

Quick Facts


Region	Eastern Kentucky
Top Commodities	Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Poultry
Farms & Ranches	~290 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~9,700 acres
Average Farm Size	~197 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 "Knott 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 Knott County Operations

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

Steep slope conservation programs address erosion and runoff challenges in mountain terrain. Small farm development initiatives help producers maximize productivity from limited suitable agricultural land.

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 Knott County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Knott County

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

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