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Montgomery County, Virginia
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Located in the New River Valley with diverse topography ranging from river bottomlands to steep mountain slopes, bisected by the New River flowing northward. The terrain includes fertile valley floors surrounded by forested ridges and mountains reaching over 3,000 feet elevation.
Valley agriculture focuses on beef cattle operations utilizing excellent pasture conditions, dairy farming, and crop production including corn and hay. Mountain areas support timber operations and Christmas tree farms, while the Virginia Tech presence encourages innovative agricultural research and specialty crops.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Virginia |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Dairy, Corn, Horses, Vegetables, Wheat |
| Farms & Ranches | ~650 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~85,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~163 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 "Montgomery 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 Montgomery County Operations
Based on Montgomery County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP emphasizes nutrient management for dairy operations and pasture improvements utilizing university research recommendations. CSP supports innovative conservation practices and precision agriculture techniques developed through Virginia Tech partnerships.
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 Montgomery County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Montgomery County?"
Your Next Steps in Montgomery 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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