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Grant County, West Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Mountains and valleys characterize this eastern county, with the South Branch Potomac River creating fertile bottomlands. The Allegheny Mountains rise to over 3,000 feet in the western portions.

Valley farms produce corn and hay, while mountain pastures support cattle grazing operations. Poultry production has become significant, with modern broiler houses scattered throughout the county.

Quick Facts
RegionEastern Panhandle
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Sheep, Floriculture, Berries
Farms & Ranches~180 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~120,000 acres
Average Farm Size~243 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 "Grant 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 Grant County Operations

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

Nutrient management programs help poultry operations manage waste while protecting water quality in the Potomac watershed. Conservation practices focus on integrating crop and livestock systems effectively.

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 Grant County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Grant County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the West Virginia guide: West Virginia Farm Programs Guide

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