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 2026-09-08
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.
Forage and Grazing in Greene County
Greene County reported 3,735 head of cattle across roughly 19,298 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a June growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Greene County.
Farm Structure in Greene County
Greene County reports about 46 acres under irrigation. Farms average 444 acres, with about 15% classed as small operations. Around 36% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Greene County
With cattle and cotton in the mix in Greene County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and waste management and nutrient planning (confined livestock operations). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
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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