Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Chilton County
Chilton County sits within the Gulf Coastal Plain (MLRA 133C) region. Elevation averages about 561 feet.
Temperatures in Chilton County range from a January mean low of 34°F to a July mean high near 91°F. Annual precipitation averages 55.6 inches.
Chilton County ran 524 farms, 96,440 acres of farmland, and 7,045 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, equine, and honey.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Alabama |
| Top Commodities | Fruit & tree nuts, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Vegetables, Berries, Floriculture |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Chilton County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2226 Highway 14 W, Autaugaville, AL 36003
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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 Chilton County Operations
Based on Chilton County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Specialty crop programs support peach orchards through irrigation systems and integrated pest management practices. Diversified farming systems receive technical assistance for combining fruit, vegetable, and livestock 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
Bordering Counties
If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Autauga County, Alabama, Bibb County, Alabama, Coosa County, Alabama, Dallas County, Alabama, Elmore County, Alabama, and Perry County, Alabama. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Chilton 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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