Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Perry County
Elevation across Perry County averages about 277 feet. The county falls within the Gulf Coastal Plain (MLRA 133C) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 53.8 inches per year. January lows average around 35°F while July highs reach about 91°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 305 farms in Perry County, operating across 147,664 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 484 acres. Top commodities include cotton, cattle, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Alabama |
| Top Commodities | Cotton, Cattle & calves, Corn, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries |
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 Perry County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
204 Fikes Ferry Rd, Marion, AL 36756
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 Perry County Operations
Based on Perry County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize soil health practices and cover crops on the heavy clay soils prone to erosion. Disaster assistance frequently helps farmers recover from flooding along the Alabama River bottomland.
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 Perry County: Bibb County, Alabama, Chilton County, Alabama, Dallas County, Alabama, Hale County, Alabama, and Marengo County, Alabama. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Perry 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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