Beaver County, Pennsylvania

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

The Ohio and Beaver rivers create fertile bottomlands within this county of moderate hills and industrial valleys. Lake-effect weather patterns from the Great Lakes influence the climate, while urban development concentrates along river corridors.

Row crop production of corn and soybeans occurs on river bottoms and gentler slopes, while livestock operations utilize hillside pastures. Specialty crops including vegetables and small fruits serve local markets in the Pittsburgh metropolitan fringe area.

Quick Facts


Region	Western Pennsylvania
Top Commodities	Corn, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Hogs, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts
Farms & Ranches	~450 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~49,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~91 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Beaver 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 Beaver County Operations

Based on Beaver County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Programs support nutrient management for row crop production near river systems and urban interface areas. Conservation practices focus on reducing agricultural runoff into the Ohio River watershed and maintaining soil health.

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 Beaver County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Beaver County?"

Your Next Steps in Beaver 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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