Coshocton County, Ohio
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills and narrow valleys with the Muskingum River formed by the confluence of the Walhonding and Tuscarawas rivers. This unglaciated terrain creates a landscape of ridges, valleys, and bottomlands.
Mixed farming operations utilize valley bottomlands for crops and hillsides for pasture and hay production. Farm sizes vary considerably based on terrain limitations and land quality differences.
Quick Facts
| Region | East Central Ohio |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Corn, Hogs, Soybeans, Dairy, Cattle & calves |
| Farms & Ranches | ~580 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~180,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~142 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Coshocton 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 Coshocton County Operations
Based on Coshocton County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Riparian buffer establishment and stream protection are priorities in this major watershed area. Hill land management practices focus on erosion control and pasture improvement.
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 Coshocton County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Coshocton County?"
Your Next Steps in Coshocton County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Ohio guide: Ohio Farm Programs Guide
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