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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Tyler County
The growing season in Tyler County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 47.1 inches per year. January lows average around 22°F while July highs reach about 85°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 279 farms in Tyler County, operating across 48,656 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 174 acres. Top commodities include cattle, equine, and sheep.
Quick Facts
| Region | Western |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Horses, 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 Tyler County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
201 Underwood St, Middlebourne, WV 26149
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1 Ball Park Drive, Mcmechen, WV 26040
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 Tyler County Operations
Based on Tyler County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports soil conservation practices on rolling terrain and nutrient management planning. CRP enrollment helps protect erodible soils while providing supplemental income for farm operations.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Tyler County: Monroe County, Ohio, Washington County, Ohio, Doddridge County, West Virginia, Pleasants County, West Virginia, Ritchie County, West Virginia, and Wetzel County, West Virginia. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Tyler 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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