Laurel County, Kentucky

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Appalachian foothills with Daniel Boone National Forest covering eastern portions of the county. Laurel River and numerous creeks create valleys suitable for agriculture amid the forested landscape.

Cattle operations utilize pastures in valleys and cleared hillsides throughout the county. Hay production and small-scale farming provide feed and income for rural residents.

Quick Facts


Region	Eastern Kentucky
Top Commodities	Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Horses, Corn
Farms & Ranches	~720 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~80,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~92 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 "Laurel 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 Laurel County Operations

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

Forestry interface programs help farmers manage land that transitions between agriculture and forest uses. Water quality protection focuses on maintaining stream health in the Cumberland River watershed.

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 Laurel County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Laurel 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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