Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Hale County
Hale County sits within the Gulf Coastal Plain (MLRA 133C) region. Elevation averages about 226 feet.
Temperatures in Hale County range from a January mean low of 35°F to a July mean high near 91°F. Annual precipitation averages 54.4 inches.
Hale County ran 382 farms, 149,599 acres of farmland, and 20,377 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, corn, and tomatoes.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Alabama |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Poultry, Corn, Vegetables, Berries, Horses |
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 Hale County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
200 1st St, Greensboro, AL 36744
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 Hale County Operations
Based on Hale County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Soil health initiatives through CSP promote cover cropping and reduced tillage on cotton farms. EQIP supports precision agriculture equipment for efficient nutrient and pest management.
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
Bordering Counties
If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Bibb County, Alabama, Greene County, Alabama, Marengo County, Alabama, Perry County, Alabama, and Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Hale 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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