Conecuh County, Alabama: USDA programs and conservation funding

349
Farms & Ranches
128K
Acres in Agriculture
368
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$5.3M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Cotton, Field Crops, Other, Grain, Corn
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Conecuh County, Alabama has 349 farms working 128,305 agricultural acres (average 368 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $5.3 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Cotton, Field Crops, Other. Vegetation typically peaks in Jun, defining the primary growing season.

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Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

About Conecuh County

Elevation across Conecuh County averages about 235 feet. The county falls within the Gulf Coastal Plain (MLRA 133C) land resource region.

Rainfall averages 60.0 inches per year. January lows average around 37°F while July highs reach about 91°F.

The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 349 farms in Conecuh County, operating across 128,305 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 368 acres. Top commodities include cattle, cotton, and corn.


Quick Facts

RegionSouth Alabama
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Cotton, Corn, Vegetables, Wheat, Fruit & tree nuts

Current Conditions

Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 13+ 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 Conecuh County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

102 Liberty St, Evergreen, AL 36401

(251) 578-1520

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 Conecuh County Operations

Based on Conecuh County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Forest management programs support sustainable timber production integrated with livestock grazing systems. Riparian forest buffers and wetland restoration receive priority funding for water quality protection.

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

Adjacent Counties

Counties bordering Conecuh County: Butler County, Alabama, Covington County, Alabama, Escambia County, Alabama, and Monroe County, Alabama. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.

Your Next Steps in Conecuh County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Alabama guide: Alabama Farm Programs Guide

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Related program guides

EQIP FencingCRPEQIP Prescribed GrazingCSPEQIP Water Development

Vegetation Baseline

0.77
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.86
Peak season (Jun)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Conecuh County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.