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Anne Arundel County, Maryland

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Located on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay with extensive coastline and tidal rivers. The terrain is gently rolling with numerous creeks, including the Severn and South Rivers.

Urban pressure limits farming to specialty crops and equestrian operations concentrated in the western rural areas. Remaining agricultural land supports horse farms, nurseries, and small-scale vegetable production.

Quick Facts
RegionCentral Maryland
Top CommoditiesCorn, Floriculture, Soybeans, Vegetables, Wheat, Fruit & tree nuts
Farms & Ranches~280 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~36,000 acres
Average Farm Size~79 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 "Anne Arundel 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 Anne Arundel County Operations

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

Programs emphasize protecting water quality in the Chesapeake Bay watershed through buffer strips and nutrient management. Beginning farmer programs help new producers access high-value land near urban markets.

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 Anne Arundel County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Anne Arundel County

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

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