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McCreary County, Kentucky
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rugged terrain of the Cumberland Plateau defines this mountain county, with the Big South Fork National River crossing the southern border. Dense forests cover much of the steep slopes, with agriculture limited to valley floors and gentler ridgetops.
Small livestock operations graze cattle on limited pastureland carved from the forested landscape. Hay production utilizes the available flat ground to support the county's modest cattle population.
Quick Facts
| Region | Eastern Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Poultry, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~220 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~18,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~105 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "McCreary 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 McCreary County Operations
Based on McCreary County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Forest management practices help landowners balance timber production with livestock grazing through silvopasture systems. Technical assistance focuses on establishing and maintaining pastures on steep, erosion-prone terrain.
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 McCreary County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in McCreary County?"
Your Next Steps in McCreary 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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