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Shenandoah County, Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains, bisected by the scenic Shenandoah River. The county features fertile limestone valley floors, rolling hills, and portions of Shenandoah National Park along its eastern border.

Intensive agricultural production emphasizes large-scale poultry operations, grain crops, and cattle farming on the productive valley soils. The county supports major turkey and chicken processing facilities with corresponding feed grain production and livestock operations.

Quick Facts
RegionShenandoah Valley
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Dairy, Soybeans
Farms & Ranches~850 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~120,000 acres
Average Farm Size~140 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 "Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah County Operations

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

Environmental programs focus on nutrient management from concentrated animal feeding operations and Shenandoah River protection. Emphasis on buffer strips, cover crops, and precision application of fertilizers to maintain water quality while supporting intensive agriculture.

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 Shenandoah County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Shenandoah 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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