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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Genesee County
Elevation across Genesee County averages about 888 feet. The county falls within the Ontario-Erie Plain and Finger Lakes Region (MLRA 101) land resource region.
The growing season in Genesee County spans roughly 244 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 36.9 inches per year. January lows average around 16°F while July highs reach about 80°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 435 farms in Genesee County, operating across 176,887 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 407 acres. Top commodities include milk, corn, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | Western New York |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Vegetables, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
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 Genesee County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
29 Liberty St, Batavia, NY 14020
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 Genesee County Operations
Based on Genesee County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Precision agriculture and nutrient management emphasized on highly productive cropland. Conservation practices focus on soil health and water quality protection.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Genesee County: Erie County, New York, Livingston County, New York, Monroe County, New York, Niagara County, New York, Orleans County, New York, and Wyoming County, New York. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Genesee County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the New York guide: New York Farm Programs Guide
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