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Marshall County, West Virginia

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling hills extend eastward from the Ohio River valley, creating diverse topographical zones across the county. Fish Creek and other tributaries have carved valleys through the upland areas between the river and interior hills.

Ohio River bottomlands support corn and soybean production, while upland areas focus on cattle ranching and hay production. Natural gas development provides supplemental income to many agricultural operations.

Quick Facts
RegionNorthern Panhandle
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Poultry, Floriculture
Farms & Ranches~180 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~69,000 acres
Average Farm Size~112 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 "Marshall 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 Marshall County Operations

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

Ohio River watershed conservation practices prevent nutrient runoff while maintaining crop productivity on fertile bottomlands. Energy development integration helps farms diversify income sources while maintaining agricultural operations.

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 Marshall County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Marshall 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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