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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Armstrong County
Elevation across Armstrong County averages about 1,005 feet. The county falls within the Western Allegheny Plateau (MLRA 124) land resource region.
The growing season in Armstrong County spans roughly 244 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 44.9 inches per year. January lows average around 19°F while July highs reach about 83°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 721 farms in Armstrong County, operating across 131,934 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 183 acres. Top commodities include milk, corn, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Pennsylvania |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Vegetables, Horses |
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 Armstrong County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
11931 State Route 85, Suites B & C, Kittanning, PA 16201
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 Armstrong County Operations
Based on Armstrong County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize pasture management on steep slopes and streambank protection along creek systems. Focus on sustainable grazing systems and forest management integration with agricultural operations.
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 Armstrong County: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, Butler County, Pennsylvania, Clarion County, Pennsylvania, Indiana County, Pennsylvania, Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Armstrong County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Pennsylvania guide: Pennsylvania Farm Programs Guide
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