Washington County, Ohio
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills and river valleys of the unglaciated Appalachian plateau with the Muskingum River forming the western boundary. Oil and gas development occurs alongside agriculture in this dissected landscape.
Mixed farming includes beef cattle on hill pastures and crop production in valley bottoms and gentler slopes. Sheep operations are also present, taking advantage of the hilly terrain suitable for grazing.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Ohio |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Dairy, Soybeans, Floriculture, Fruit & tree nuts |
| Farms & Ranches | ~1,180 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~150,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~135 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 "Washington 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 Washington County Operations
Based on Washington County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Erosion control and pasture improvement programs address challenges of farming on steep terrain. Energy development coordination helps farmers maintain agricultural operations while participating in oil and gas leasing.
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 Washington County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Washington County?"
Your Next Steps in Washington 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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