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Lehigh County, Pennsylvania

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The Lehigh Valley's fertile soils stretch across the southern portion, while the Pocono Mountains' foothills rise to the north. Urban development from Allentown and Bethlehem has consumed significant agricultural land.

Remaining farms focus on high-value production including vegetables, nursery crops, and direct marketing to urban populations. Some dairy operations persist in rural areas, along with specialty agricultural enterprises.

Quick Facts
RegionEastern Pennsylvania
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Corn, Soybeans, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Dairy
Farms & Ranches~320 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~65,000 acres
Average Farm Size~161 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 "Lehigh 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 Lehigh County Operations

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

Farmland preservation and urban agriculture programs help maintain farming opportunities near major population centers. Programs support specialty crop production and agritourism development.

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 Lehigh County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Lehigh County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Pennsylvania guide: Pennsylvania Farm Programs Guide

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