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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Wyoming County
Wyoming County is part of the Cumberland Plateau and Mountains land resource region (MLRA 125).
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Wyoming County sees 48.1 in of rain, a 275-day growing season, a 53.7°F mean annual temperature.
Wyoming County carries 40 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 300 acres. 33 farms operate in the county, averaging 45 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southern West Virginia |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Hay, Timber, Vegetables |
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 Wyoming County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
473 Ragland Rd, Beckley, WV 25801
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 Wyoming County Operations
Based on Wyoming County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP funding emphasizes reclaimed mine land improvement for agricultural use and establishment of productive pastures on former mining sites. CRP enrollment includes initiatives to establish wildlife habitat and prevent erosion on steep slopes throughout the mountainous landscape.
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 Wyoming County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Boone County, West Virginia, Logan County, West Virginia, McDowell County, West Virginia, Mercer County, West Virginia, Mingo County, West Virginia, and Raleigh County, West Virginia. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Wyoming 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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