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Northampton 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 extend across the southern portion, while the Pocono Mountains' foothills rise to the north along the Delaware River. Urban development from Easton and Bethlehem has impacted agricultural areas.

Remaining farms emphasize high-value production including vegetables, nursery crops, and direct marketing to serve nearby urban populations. Some dairy operations persist in less developed rural areas of the county.

Quick Facts
RegionEastern Pennsylvania
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~380 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~56,000 acres
Average Farm Size~133 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 "Northampton 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 Northampton County Operations

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

Farmland preservation programs work to maintain agricultural land near major population centers. Programs support specialty agriculture and sustainable practices for farms serving urban markets.

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 Northampton County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Northampton 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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