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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Cabell County
The growing season in Cabell County spans roughly 306 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 45.2 inches per year. January lows average around 25°F while July highs reach about 87°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 420 farms in Cabell County, operating across 39,347 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 94 acres. Top commodities include cattle, equine, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | Western |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Poultry, Horses |
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 Cabell County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
2631 5th Street Rd, Huntington, WV 25701
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
8150 Court Ave # C, Hamlin, WV 25523
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 Cabell County Operations
Based on Cabell County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation practices focus on preventing nutrient runoff into the Ohio River while maintaining crop productivity. Urban agriculture initiatives support local food systems and beginning farmer development.
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 Cabell County: Gallia County, Ohio, Lawrence County, Ohio, Lincoln County, West Virginia, Mason County, West Virginia, Putnam County, West Virginia, and Wayne County, West Virginia. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Cabell 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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