Mifflin County, Pennsylvania

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Kishacoquillas Valley, also known as Big Valley, forms the agricultural heart of this county, surrounded by forested ridges of the Appalachian Mountains. The Juniata River cuts through the northern portion, creating additional valley farmland.

The fertile valley floors support intensive crop production and dairy operations, with significant Amish farming communities maintaining traditional agricultural practices. Mountain areas provide pastureland for beef cattle operations and hay production.

Quick Facts


Region	Central Pennsylvania
Top Commodities	Dairy, Poultry, Hogs, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans
Farms & Ranches	~620 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~65,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~120 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 "Mifflin 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 Mifflin County Operations

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

Chesapeake Bay watershed programs promote sustainable farming practices in this intensive agricultural valley. Traditional farming method preservation works alongside modern conservation practices.

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 Mifflin County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Mifflin 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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