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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Marion County
Temperatures in Marion County range from a January mean low of 22°F to a July mean high near 84°F. Annual precipitation averages 46.2 inches. Expect about 275 frost-free days.
Marion County ran 611 farms, 50,594 acres of farmland, and 2,172 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, equine, and sheep.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables, Horses, Berries, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
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 Marion County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
47 Mountain Park Dr, Fairmont, WV 26554
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 Marion County Operations
Based on Marion County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water quality protection programs focus on the Monongahela River watershed while supporting productive agriculture. Beginning farmer initiatives help young producers access land and develop sustainable operations near urban markets.
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, Monongalia County, West Virginia, Taylor County, West Virginia, and Wetzel County, West Virginia. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Marion 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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