Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Choctaw County
Choctaw County lies in the Gulf Coastal Plain (MLRA 133C) region. Elevation averages about 342 feet.
Choctaw County averages 55.7 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 65.0°F.
Choctaw County's agricultural base centers on cattle, goats, and goats. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 205 farms working 64,977 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 3,062 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Alabama |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Poultry, Goats, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 31+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
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 Choctaw County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
3100 Highway 43, Jackson, AL 36545
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
105 E. 5th Ave, Linden, AL 36748
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 Choctaw County Operations
Based on Choctaw County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Forest management and agroforestry practices receive priority support for integrated timber and livestock systems. Riparian buffer establishment along waterways helps protect water quality while maintaining agricultural productivity.
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
Counties Bordering Choctaw County
Choctaw County shares borders with Clarke County, Alabama, Marengo County, Alabama, Sumter County, Alabama, Washington County, Alabama, Clarke County, Mississippi, and Lauderdale County, Mississippi. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Choctaw 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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