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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Bucks County
Bucks County lies in the Northern Piedmont (MLRA 148) region. Elevation averages about 367 feet.
Bucks County averages 48.4 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 53.0°F.
Bucks County's agricultural base centers on milk and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 871 farms working 69,018 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 1,790 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeastern Pennsylvania |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Dairy, Floriculture, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Soybeans |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Bucks County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1000 E Walnut St, Perkasie, PA 18944
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 Bucks County Operations
Based on Bucks County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize farmland preservation and agricultural viability in suburban interface areas. Conservation practices support sustainable production methods for high-value crops and protection of remaining agricultural landscapes.
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
Counties Bordering Bucks County
Bucks County shares borders with Burlington County, New Jersey, Hunterdon County, New Jersey, Mercer County, New Jersey, Warren County, New Jersey, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. 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 Bucks 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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