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Venango County, Pennsylvania

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Venango County features rolling hills and valleys carved by the Allegheny River and its tributaries, with historical significance as an early oil-producing region. The landscape includes both agricultural valleys and forested uplands with elevations ranging from 1,000 to 2,200 feet.

Agriculture in Venango County focuses on dairy farming, beef cattle, and hay production suited to the region's topography and climate. The county maintains a mix of traditional family farms alongside areas affected by historical oil and gas development.

Quick Facts
RegionNorthwest
Top CommoditiesCorn, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries
Farms & Ranches~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~46,000 acres
Average Farm Size~139 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 "Venango 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 Venango County Operations

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

Conservation programs address soil health improvement and stream protection in areas affected by historical industrial activities. Emphasis is placed on pasture management and water system improvements for dairy and livestock operations.

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 Venango County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Venango 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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