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
| Region | South Alabama |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & 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
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
- 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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