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Mercer County, New Jersey

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Mercer County sits in the Delaware Valley with relatively flat terrain and fertile soils, bordered by the Delaware River to the west. The county includes portions of the Raritan River basin and features a mix of suburban development and remaining agricultural areas.

Agricultural production focuses on row crops including corn and soybeans on the fertile soils, along with vegetable production and nursery operations. Horse farms and equestrian facilities are prominent in the remaining rural areas.

Quick Facts
RegionCentral New Jersey
Top CommoditiesFloriculture, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Soybeans, Corn, Poultry
Farms & Ranches~180 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~19,000 acres
Average Farm Size~64 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 "Mercer 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 Mercer County Operations

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

Programs support sustainable row crop production and soil conservation practices on the county's productive agricultural lands. Farmland preservation initiatives are essential given the intense development pressure in this suburban county.

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 Mercer County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Mercer 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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