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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Tucker County
Tucker County is part of the Eastern Allegheny Plateau and Mountains land resource region (MLRA 127).
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Tucker County sees 54.4 in of rain, a 244-day growing season, a 48.3°F mean annual temperature.
Tucker County carries 1,011 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 7,638 acres. 136 farms operate in the county, averaging 173 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Eastern Mountains |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Hogs, Sheep, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Tucker County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
200 Sycamore St, Elkins, WV 26241
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 Tucker County Operations
Based on Tucker County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CSP supports high elevation grazing management and forest-agriculture interfaces. EQIP assists with infrastructure development necessary for farming in harsh mountain environments.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Tucker County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Barbour County, West Virginia, Grant County, West Virginia, Preston County, West Virginia, and Randolph County, West Virginia. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Tucker 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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