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Addison County, Vermont

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling hills and fertile valleys stretch between Lake Champlain to the west and the Green Mountains to the east. The Otter Creek winds through the county, creating rich bottomlands and wetlands.

Large dairy operations dominate the landscape, taking advantage of excellent pastureland and corn-growing soils. The county leads Vermont in milk production with numerous family farms and some of the state's largest dairy facilities.

Quick Facts
RegionChamplain Valley
Top CommoditiesDairy, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Maple syrup, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts
Farms & Ranches~485 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~180,000 acres
Average Farm Size~237 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 "Addison 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 Addison County Operations

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

Conservation programs focus heavily on nutrient management and water quality protection due to proximity to Lake Champlain. Beginning farmer programs support dairy farm transitions and sustainable grazing systems.

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 Addison County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Addison County

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

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