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Orleans County, Vermont

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling farmland and forested hills define this Northeast Kingdom county, with Lake Memphremagog extending north into Canada. The terrain includes productive valleys separated by wooded ridges.

Dairy farming remains the backbone with operations ranging from small family farms to larger commercial dairies. The county maintains strong agricultural traditions despite economic challenges in the region.

Quick Facts
RegionNortheast Kingdom
Top CommoditiesDairy, Maple syrup, Cattle & calves, Corn, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts
Farms & Ranches~365 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~120,000 acres
Average Farm Size~223 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 "Orleans 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 Orleans County Operations

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

Programs address the economic challenges facing Northeast Kingdom farmers through diversification support. Conservation efforts focus on maintaining working landscapes and supporting traditional farming 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 Orleans County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Orleans 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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