Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Greene County
Greene County lies in the Alabama and Mississippi Blackland Prairie (MLRA 135A) region. Elevation averages about 146 feet.
Greene County averages 55.0 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 64.1°F.
Greene County's agricultural base centers on cattle, cotton, and hogs. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 243 farms working 107,845 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 3,735 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Alabama |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Cotton, Vegetables, Poultry, Hogs |
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 Greene County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
218 Main St, Eutaw, AL 35462
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 Greene County Operations
Based on Greene County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Cover crop adoption receives CSP incentives to improve soil health on cotton fields. Beginning farmer programs target historically underserved producers in this rural agricultural county.
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 Greene County
Greene County shares borders with Hale County, Alabama, Marengo County, Alabama, Pickens County, Alabama, Sumter County, Alabama, and Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. 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 Greene 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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