Pickens County, Alabama
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
The county features rolling hills and valleys in the Appalachian foothills with numerous creeks draining toward the Tombigbee River. Terrain includes both prairie soils in the south and forested uplands.
Mixed farming includes cattle ranching on hill pastures and row crop production in valley bottoms and prairie areas. Timber production is significant alongside traditional agriculture.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Alabama |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Cotton, Floriculture, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~380 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~120,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~295 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Pickens County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.
What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.
Programs for Pickens County Operations
Based on Pickens County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports rotational grazing systems and stream fencing to protect water quality in the hilly terrain. CRP enrollments target steep slopes and riparian areas to reduce soil erosion.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.
We don't have Pickens County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Pickens County?"
Your Next Steps in Pickens 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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