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Grafton County, New Hampshire

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Diverse landscape from Connecticut River valley farmland to White Mountain peaks, including Franconia Notch and Mount Moosilauke. The county features fertile river valleys, rolling hills, and mountainous terrain with numerous lakes and streams.

Strong agricultural sector with dairy farming in river valleys and diversified operations throughout rolling hill country. The presence of Dartmouth College creates markets for local food and supports agricultural research and sustainable farming initiatives.

Quick Facts
RegionUpper Valley
Top CommoditiesDairy, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Maple syrup, Floriculture
Farms & Ranches~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~86,000 acres
Average Farm Size~174 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 "Grafton 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 Grafton County Operations

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

Programs support precision agriculture and research-based farming practices influenced by nearby Dartmouth College agricultural programs. Conservation efforts emphasize nutrient management in dairy operations and habitat preservation in agricultural landscapes.

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 Grafton County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Grafton County

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

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