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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Upshur County
Upshur County is part of the Eastern Allegheny Plateau and Mountains land resource region (MLRA 127).
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Upshur County sees 52.4 in of rain, a 275-day growing season, a 52.2°F mean annual temperature.
Upshur County carries 1,735 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 18,526 acres. 460 farms operate in the county, averaging 123 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Poultry, Floriculture |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
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 Upshur County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
200 Sycamore St, Elkins, WV 26241
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
24 Gateway Dr, Weston, WV 26452
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 Upshur County Operations
Based on Upshur County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Beginning Farmer programs support new agricultural enterprises including specialty crop production. EQIP funding emphasizes sustainable practices for diversified farming operations in the rolling terrain.
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 Upshur County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Barbour County, West Virginia, Harrison County, West Virginia, Lewis County, West Virginia, Randolph County, West Virginia, and Webster County, West Virginia. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Upshur 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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