Cumberland County, Pennsylvania

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The Cumberland Valley's fertile limestone soils extend across this county between South Mountain and the Susquehanna River. This broad valley represents some of Pennsylvania's most productive agricultural land with excellent drainage and fertility.

Intensive crop production includes corn, soybeans, and specialty crops on some of the state's most valuable farmland. Dairy operations, livestock farming, and fruit production utilize the valley's exceptional growing conditions and proximity to urban markets.

Quick Facts


Region	South Central Pennsylvania
Top Commodities	Dairy, Poultry, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Hogs
Farms & Ranches	~850 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~150,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~123 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 "Cumberland 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 Cumberland County Operations

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

Programs focus on maintaining soil productivity on prime farmland and nutrient management for intensive crop production. Conservation efforts emphasize protection of high-value agricultural soils and water quality improvement in the Chesapeake Bay 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 Cumberland County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Cumberland 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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