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Merrimack County, New Hampshire

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Central New Hampshire landscape of rolling hills, lakes, and the Merrimack River valley with mixed forests and agricultural areas. The county includes the state capital Concord and features numerous ponds, streams, and fertile valley soils.

Diverse farming operations ranging from dairy and livestock to vegetables and orchards, benefiting from central location and access to markets. Agricultural production serves both local communities and provides products for distribution throughout New Hampshire and New England.

Quick Facts
RegionCentral
Top CommoditiesFloriculture, Dairy, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Corn, Horses
Farms & Ranches~350 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~61,000 acres
Average Farm Size~107 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 "Merrimack 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 Merrimack County Operations

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

Programs support agricultural diversification and sustainable farming practices in this agriculturally diverse county. Conservation efforts emphasize soil health improvement and water quality protection throughout the Merrimack River watershed.

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 Merrimack County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Merrimack 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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