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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Barbour County
Temperatures in Barbour County range from a January mean low of 22°F to a July mean high near 82°F. Annual precipitation averages 50.0 inches. Expect about 275 frost-free days.
Barbour County ran 544 farms, 104,808 acres of farmland, and 6,083 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, equine, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables, Berries, Horses, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
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 Barbour County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
16346 Barbour County Highway, Philippi, WV 26416
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
200 Sycamore St, Elkins, WV 26241
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 Barbour County Operations
Based on Barbour County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs focus on erosion control on steep slopes and stream bank stabilization along the Tygart River. Grazing management practices are emphasized to maintain pasture quality on hilly terrain.
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
Bordering Counties
If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Harrison County, West Virginia, Preston County, West Virginia, Randolph County, West Virginia, Taylor County, West Virginia, Tucker County, West Virginia, and Upshur County, West Virginia. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Barbour County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the West Virginia guide: West Virginia Farm Programs Guide
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