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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Greenbrier County
Greenbrier County averages 46.7 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 50.5°F.
Greenbrier County's agricultural base centers on cattle, sheep, and goats. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 770 farms working 175,026 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 12,562 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeastern |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Floriculture, Fruit & tree nuts, Sheep, Goats, 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 Greenbrier County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
179 Northridge Dr, Lewisburg, WV 24901
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 Greenbrier County Operations
Based on Greenbrier County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize maintaining the valley's high-quality soils and protecting the Greenbrier River system. Grazing management on mountain pastures helps maintain both agricultural productivity and wildlife habitat.
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
Counties Bordering Greenbrier County
Greenbrier County shares borders with Alleghany County, Virginia, Bath County, Virginia, Fayette County, West Virginia, Monroe County, West Virginia, Nicholas County, West Virginia, and Pocahontas County, West Virginia. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Greenbrier 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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