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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Page County
The county falls within the Northern Appalachian Ridges and Valleys (MLRA 147) land resource region.
The growing season in Page County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 43.7 inches per year. January lows average around 23°F while July highs reach about 84°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 492 farms in Page County, operating across 57,321 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 117 acres. Top commodities include cattle, corn, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | Shenandoah Valley |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Barley, Wheat |
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 Page County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1934 Deyerle Ave, Suite C, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
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 Page County Operations
Based on Page County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP emphasizes nutrient management for dairy operations and orchard improvement practices utilizing the valley's excellent growing conditions. CSP supports rotational grazing systems and soil health improvements on the productive limestone soils.
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 Page County: Greene County, Virginia, Madison County, Virginia, Rappahannock County, Virginia, Rockingham County, Virginia, Shenandoah County, Virginia, and Warren County, Virginia. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Page 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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