Chester County, Pennsylvania

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling hills of the Piedmont region with fertile valleys and the Brandywine Creek system create prime agricultural landscapes. Suburban pressure from Philadelphia has preserved much farmland through conservation programs, maintaining the county's agricultural character.

High-value agriculture includes extensive mushroom production facilities, nursery operations, and preserved farmland supporting dairy and crop production. Horse farms and equestrian facilities contribute significantly to agricultural land use and rural character preservation.

Quick Facts


Region	Southeastern Pennsylvania
Top Commodities	Dairy, Corn, Poultry, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Floriculture
Farms & Ranches	~1,200 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~140,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~92 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 "Chester 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 Chester County Operations

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

Programs emphasize farmland preservation and sustainable practices for high-value specialty crop production. Conservation efforts focus on maintaining agricultural viability in suburban pressure areas and protecting the Brandywine watershed.

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 Chester County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Chester 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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