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Lee County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Situated in the rugged Appalachian Mountains along the Kentucky and Tennessee borders, characterized by steep ridges, narrow valleys, and coal-bearing geology. The Powell River winds through the county, creating fertile bottomland areas surrounded by heavily forested mountain slopes.

Mountain agriculture focuses on small-scale cattle operations in the valley bottoms and hillside pastures, with many farms supplementing income through timber harvesting. Vegetable gardens and small grain production serve local consumption, while some farmers maintain heritage livestock breeds.

Quick Facts
RegionSouthwest Virginia
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables, Sheep, Horses, Poultry
Farms & Ranches~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~89,000 acres
Average Farm Size~142 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 "Lee 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 Lee County Operations

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

EQIP emphasizes erosion control on steep pastures and stream bank stabilization along mountain waterways. CRP enrollment targets highly erodible hillside fields for conversion to permanent forest cover.

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 Lee County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Lee County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Virginia guide: Virginia Farm Programs Guide

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