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Hunterdon County, New Jersey

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Hunterdon County features rolling hills and valleys of the Hunterdon Plateau with the Delaware River forming the western boundary and the South Branch Raritan River draining the eastern sections. The terrain includes fertile limestone valleys and wooded ridges typical of the New Jersey Highlands.

The county maintains active agricultural production with emphasis on dairy farming, beef cattle, hay production, and crop cultivation in the fertile valleys. Horse farms, vineyards, and agritourism operations contribute significantly to the rural economy.

Quick Facts
RegionCentral New Jersey Highlands
Top CommoditiesFloriculture, Vegetables, Horses, Fruit & tree nuts, Corn, Soybeans
Farms & Ranches~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~92,000 acres
Average Farm Size~56 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 "Hunterdon 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 Hunterdon County Operations

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

Conservation programs emphasize rotational grazing systems, stream protection, and soil health practices on the county's livestock operations. Farmland preservation efforts are critical given development pressure from the New York metropolitan area.

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 Hunterdon County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Hunterdon County

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

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