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Putnam County, New York

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The county is dominated by the Hudson Highlands with steep, forested hills and narrow valleys, bordered by the Hudson River to the west. The rugged topography includes numerous lakes and streams in a heavily wooded landscape.

Agricultural activity is limited by steep terrain and development pressure, with remaining farms focusing on specialty crops and direct marketing. Horse farms, small livestock operations, and market gardens serve local and metropolitan area customers.

Quick Facts
RegionHudson Valley
Top CommoditiesVegetables, Poultry, Fruit & tree nuts, Cattle & calves, Hogs, Honey
Farms & Ranches~45 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~4,000 acres
Average Farm Size~59 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 "Putnam 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 Putnam County Operations

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

Farmland preservation programs work to protect remaining agricultural parcels from development. Small farm and beginning farmer programs support local food production and direct marketing operations.

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 Putnam County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Putnam County

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

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