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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Lincoln County
Lincoln County averages 47.0 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 306 days. Annual mean temperature is 56.0°F.
Lincoln County's agricultural base centers on cattle, flowering plants, potted, and cut christmas trees. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 173 farms working 28,840 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 484 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southern |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Floriculture, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables, Honey, Maple syrup |
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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln County Operations
Based on Lincoln County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs focus on reclaiming disturbed lands and preventing erosion in steep mountain terrain. Small-scale agriculture initiatives support food security and economic development in rural communities.
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 Lincoln County
Lincoln County shares borders with Boone County, West Virginia, Cabell County, West Virginia, Kanawha County, West Virginia, Logan County, West Virginia, Mingo County, West Virginia, and Putnam 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 Lincoln 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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