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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Accomack County
Rainfall averages 45.7 inches per year. January lows average around 30°F while July highs reach about 87°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 254 farms in Accomack County, operating across 81,233 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 320 acres. Top commodities include corn, soybeans, and wheat.
Quick Facts
| Region | Eastern Shore |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Corn, Soybeans, Vegetables, Wheat, Fruit & tree nuts |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Accomack County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
22545 Center Pkwy, Accomac, VA 23301
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 Accomack County Operations
Based on Accomack County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP funding focuses heavily on poultry waste management systems and nutrient management planning for vegetable operations. Conservation practices emphasize protecting the sensitive Chesapeake Bay watershed through cover crops and precision agriculture techniques.
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 Accomack County: Somerset County, Maryland, Worcester County, Maryland, Lancaster County, Virginia, Mathews County, Virginia, Middlesex County, Virginia, and Northampton County, Virginia. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Accomack County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Virginia guide: Virginia Farm Programs Guide
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