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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Monongalia County
Monongalia County averages 46.2 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 52.0°F.
Monongalia County's agricultural base centers on cattle, milk, and transplants. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 485 farms working 50,923 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 1,991 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Dairy, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables, Berries, Floriculture |
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 Monongalia County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
201 Scott Ave Ste B, Morgantown, WV 26508
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
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 Monongalia County Operations
Based on Monongalia County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Beginning Farmer programs support new agricultural entrepreneurs targeting local food markets. EQIP funding emphasizes sustainable practices for farms near urban areas and water sources.
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 Monongalia County
Monongalia County shares borders with Fayette County, Pennsylvania, Greene County, Pennsylvania, Marion County, West Virginia, Preston County, West Virginia, Taylor County, West Virginia, and Wetzel 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 Monongalia 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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