Barbour County, Alabama
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
The county lies in the Coastal Plain region with gently rolling hills and sandy loam soils ideal for crop production. The Chattahoochee River forms the eastern boundary, providing water resources and fertile bottomlands.
Cotton, peanuts, and corn dominate the agricultural landscape, supported by modern irrigation systems and conservation tillage practices. Cattle operations utilize improved pastures and hay fields integrated with row crop rotations.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Alabama |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Cotton, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat |
| Farms & Ranches | ~550 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~220,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~365 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Barbour County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.
What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.
Programs for Barbour County Operations
Based on Barbour County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize soil health improvement through cover crops and reduced tillage in cotton and peanut systems. Irrigation efficiency and water conservation practices receive priority funding for drought resilience.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.
We don't have Barbour County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Barbour County?"
Your Next Steps in Barbour County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Alabama guide: Alabama Farm Programs Guide
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