Wyoming County, Pennsylvania: USDA programs and conservation funding

334
Farms & Ranches
67K
Acres in Agriculture
200
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$1.6M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Field Crops, Other, Grain, Corn, Milk, Cattle
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Wyoming County, Pennsylvania has 334 farms working 66,732 agricultural acres (average 200 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $1.6 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Field Crops, Other, Grain, Corn. Vegetation typically peaks in Jun, defining the primary growing season.

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Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

About Wyoming County

Elevation across Wyoming County averages about 1,399 feet. The county falls within the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau and Catskill Mountains (MLRA 140) land resource region.

The growing season in Wyoming County spans roughly 244 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 44.3 inches per year. January lows average around 17°F while July highs reach about 81°F.

The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 334 farms in Wyoming County, operating across 66,732 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 200 acres. Top commodities include corn, milk, and cattle.


Quick Facts

RegionNortheast
Top CommoditiesCorn, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts

Current Conditions

Drought status: None (None).

Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14

Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Wyoming County.

NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)

21 Hollow Crest Rd, Tunkhannock, PA 18657

(570) 836-2490

FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)

17089 State Route 706, Ste 2, Montrose, PA 18801

(570) 278-1197

Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.

What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.


Programs for Wyoming County Operations

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

Conservation efforts focus on stream protection and nutrient management in the Susquehanna River watershed. Programs support rotational grazing systems and manure management practices for dairy and beef operations in mountainous terrain.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.


Local Conservation Priorities

Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.

How to find your county's priorities:

  • Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
  • Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
  • Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria

Adjacent Counties

Counties bordering Wyoming County: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, Sullivan County, Pennsylvania, and Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.

Your Next Steps in Wyoming 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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Related program guides

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Vegetation Baseline

0.49
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.92
Peak season (Jun)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Wyoming County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.