Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Clackamas County
Clackamas County lies in the Olympic and Cascade Mountains (MLRA 3) region. Elevation averages about 2,130 feet.
Clackamas County averages 74.9 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 48.7°F.
Clackamas County's agricultural base centers on cut christmas trees & short term woody trees, cut christmas trees, and cattle. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 4,156 farms working 157,937 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 13,266 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Willamette Valley / Portland Metro |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Vegetables, Floriculture, Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 5+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Clackamas County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
22055 S. Beavercreek Rd. Suite 2, Beavercreek, OR 97004
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.
Forage and Grazing in Clackamas County
Clackamas County reported 13,266 head of cattle across roughly 29,355 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows May green-up and a July growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Clackamas County.
Farm Structure in Clackamas County
Irrigation covers about 16% of farmland in Clackamas County, roughly 25,076 acres. Farms average 38 acres, with about 76% classed as small operations. Around 24% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Clackamas County
Clackamas County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cut christmas trees & short term woody trees, cut christmas trees, and propagative material. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election; and for rangeland, brush management. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Clackamas County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Clackamas County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
High land costs make FSA loan programs especially relevant for beginning farmers. EQIP high tunnel (hoop house) funding and irrigation efficiency practices are popular for the specialty crop and nursery operations common here.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. It takes 2 minutes and generates a personalized action packet you can print and bring to your USDA office.
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
Counties Bordering Clackamas County
Clackamas County shares borders with Hood River County, Oregon, Marion County, Oregon, Multnomah County, Oregon, Wasco County, Oregon, Washington County, Oregon, and Yamhill County, Oregon. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Clackamas County
- Run the eligibility screener to see which programs fit your operation: Free Screener
- Find your local USDA Service Center and call to schedule a meeting: Service Center Locator
- Read the full Oregon guide for statewide program details, deadlines, and office contacts: Oregon Farm Programs Guide
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