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Perry County, Kentucky

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rugged Appalachian Mountains create steep ridges and narrow valleys, with extensive coal mining having altered much of the original landscape. Reclaimed mine sites now provide some of the county's limited agricultural opportunities.

Small livestock operations utilize valley floors, gentle slopes, and some reclaimed mine sites for pasture. Hay production on available flat ground, including properly reclaimed areas, supports the county's modest cattle population.

Quick Facts
RegionEastern Kentucky
Top CommoditiesVegetables, Goats, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Honey, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~220 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~14,000 acres
Average Farm Size~256 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 "Perry 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 Perry County Operations

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

Reclaimed mine land agriculture focuses on soil amendment and establishment of productive pastures and hay fields on sites with proper preparation. Technical assistance helps overcome challenges of steep terrain and variable soil conditions on both native and reclaimed lands.

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 Perry County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Perry County

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

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