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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Coos County
Coos County is part of the Northeastern Mountains land resource region (MLRA 143). The county's mean elevation is about 1,429 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Coos County sees 47.7 in of rain, a 184-day growing season, a 40.2°F mean annual temperature.
Coos County carries 1,437 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 3,216 acres. 278 farms operate in the county, averaging 171 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Country |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Maple syrup, Floriculture, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 32+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Coos County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
4 Mayberry Ln, Lancaster, NH 03584
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
Programs for Coos County Operations
Based on Coos County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs address extreme weather challenges and wildlife damage common in this northern climate. Conservation practices focus on soil health improvement and season extension techniques for the short growing season.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Nearby Counties
Operators in Coos County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Oxford County, Maine, Carroll County, New Hampshire, Grafton County, New Hampshire, and Essex County, Vermont. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Coos County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the New Hampshire guide: New Hampshire Farm Programs Guide
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