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Scott County, Virginia
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Situated in far southwest Virginia along the Kentucky and Tennessee borders, featuring rugged Appalachian Mountains and narrow river valleys. The county encompasses parts of the Clinch River valley with steep forested ridges and elevations ranging from 1,200 to over 3,500 feet.
Mountain agriculture emphasizes small cattle operations and limited crop production in valley bottoms constrained by topography. Traditional farming includes hay production and pasture management adapted to steep terrain and short growing seasons.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Virginia |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Corn, Dairy, Horses, Sheep |
| Farms & Ranches | ~380 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~120,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~117 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 "Scott 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 Scott County Operations
Based on Scott County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize soil conservation on steep slopes and water quality protection in sensitive mountain watersheds. Support provided for sustainable grazing systems and forest management practices suitable for Appalachian conditions.
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 Scott County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Scott County?"
Your Next Steps in Scott 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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