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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Greene County
Greene County averages 45.9 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 306 days. Annual mean temperature is 54.7°F.
Greene County's agricultural base centers on cattle, soybeans, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 187 farms working 30,811 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 2,379 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Piedmont Virginia |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Floriculture, Vegetables, Corn, Berries |
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 Greene County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
351 Lakeside Dr, Culpeper, VA 22701
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
325b Madison Rd, Orange, VA 22960
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 Greene County Operations
Based on Greene County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs support sustainable farming practices in the Rappahannock River headwaters region with emphasis on water quality protection. Conservation efforts focus on soil health improvement and erosion control on the county's sloping agricultural landscape.
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
Counties Bordering Greene County
Greene County shares borders with Albemarle County, Virginia, Madison County, Virginia, Orange County, Virginia, Page County, Virginia, and Rockingham County, Virginia. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Greene 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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