Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Tillamook County
Elevation across Tillamook County averages about 191 feet. The county falls within the Sitka Spruce Belt (MLRA 4A) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 101.1 inches per year. January lows average around 36°F while July highs reach about 71°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 241 farms in Tillamook County, operating across 33,348 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 138 acres. Top commodities include milk, cattle, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Coast |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Vegetables, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts |
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 Tillamook County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
4000 Blimp Blvd, Ste 200, Tillamook, OR 97141
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1080 SW Baseline Ste B2, Hillsboro, OR 97123
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 Tillamook County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Tillamook County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Dairy waste management systems, pasture improvement, and riparian buffers along salmon streams are the primary EQIP targets. Tillamook's coastal salmon runs make CREP particularly valuable. CSP rewards ongoing conservation practices on dairy operations.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Tillamook County: Clatsop County, Oregon, Columbia County, Oregon, Lincoln County, Oregon, Polk County, Oregon, Washington County, Oregon, and Yamhill County, Oregon. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Tillamook 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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