While the town of Stafford itself is urban, it is deeply connected to the surrounding rural and agricultural landscape of the Staffordshire Borough. The broader county is a major agricultural producer in the West Midlands.
Farming in the Stafford area is predominantly mixed. Dairy farming and cattle rearing are highly prevalent due to the lush, green pastureland afforded by the region's climate. Arable farming is also significant, with local farms producing wheat, barley, oats, and root vegetables like potatoes.
Local food production is celebrated through regular farmers' markets in Stafford's Market Square, where residents can purchase locally reared meats, artisanal cheeses, and fresh seasonal produce.