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Northumberland County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Situated on the Northern Neck peninsula between the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers, featuring low-lying coastal plains with numerous tidal creeks and coves. The county includes extensive shoreline along both rivers with fertile alluvial soils and maritime forests.

Coastal agriculture emphasizes seafood production, particularly oyster and clam aquaculture in the productive river systems, alongside traditional farming operations. Land-based agriculture includes cattle grazing, hay production, and small-scale vegetable farming for local markets.

Quick Facts
RegionNorthern Neck
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Wheat, Fruit & tree nuts, Barley, Cattle & calves
Farms & Ranches~160 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~55,000 acres
Average Farm Size~495 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 "Northumberland 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 Northumberland County Operations

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

EQIP prioritizes aquaculture infrastructure improvements and water quality protection practices in both river watersheds. CREP supports establishment of riparian forest buffers to reduce nutrient and sediment loading to Chesapeake Bay tributaries.

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 Northumberland County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Northumberland 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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