Washington County, Vermont
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
The Winooski River and its tributaries create fertile valleys surrounded by forested hills and mountains throughout central Vermont. Rolling terrain and narrow valleys characterize most of the agricultural areas.
Mixed agriculture includes dairy farms, diversified vegetable operations, and direct marketing farms serving the Montpelier area. Small-scale farming predominates with emphasis on local food systems.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Vermont |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Vegetables, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Floriculture, Berries |
| Farms & Ranches | ~275 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~56,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~119 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Washington 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 Washington County Operations
Based on Washington County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs support local food system development and beginning farmer initiatives near the state capital. Conservation efforts focus on protecting water quality in the Winooski River watershed.
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 Washington County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Washington County?"
Your Next Steps in Washington 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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