Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Lamoille County
The growing season in Lamoille County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 47.9 inches per year. January lows average around 6°F while July highs reach about 76°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 289 farms in Lamoille County, operating across 56,504 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 196 acres. Top commodities include maple syrup, milk, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Vermont |
| Top Commodities | Maple syrup, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Honey |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Lamoille County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
109 Professional Dr Ste 2, Morrisville, VT 05661
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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.
Forage and Grazing in Lamoille County
The forage year in Lamoille County runs from green-up in April to peak growth in June (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 2,018 acres of pastureland and 1,399 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Lamoille County
About 33% of Lamoille County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 22% of farms are small and 4% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 196 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Lamoille County
Given the operation mix in Lamoille County, the practices that most often come up are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing for grazing operations; waste storage, nutrient management, and Dairy Margin Coverage for dairies; and cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.
Programs for Lamoille County Operations
Based on Lamoille County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs address erosion control on sloping lands and stream protection along the Lamoille River. Support focuses on maintaining farm viability in challenging 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 Lamoille County: Caledonia County, Vermont, Chittenden County, Vermont, Franklin County, Vermont, Orleans County, Vermont, and Washington County, Vermont. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Lamoille County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Vermont guide: Vermont Farm Programs Guide
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