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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Wyoming County
Elevation across Wyoming County averages about 1,858 feet. The county falls within the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau and Catskill Mountains (MLRA 140) land resource region.
The growing season in Wyoming County spans roughly 244 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 41.0 inches per year. January lows average around 15°F while July highs reach about 78°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 638 farms in Wyoming County, operating across 203,915 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 320 acres. Top commodities include milk, cattle, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Western New York |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Corn, Maple syrup, Wheat |
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 Wyoming County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
36 Center Street, Warsaw, NY 14569
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 Wyoming County Operations
Based on Wyoming County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Nutrient management for dairy operations and soil conservation on sloped cropland are primary conservation focuses. Stream corridor protection and rotational grazing systems receive program emphasis to improve water quality in the Genesee River watershed.
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 Wyoming County: Allegany County, New York, Cattaraugus County, New York, Erie County, New York, Genesee County, New York, and Livingston County, New York. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Wyoming 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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