Pike County, Alabama
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
The county sits in the Coastal Plain with sandy soils, pine forests, and numerous small creeks flowing toward the Conecuh River. Rolling terrain is broken by stream valleys and wetland areas.
Peanut production is the signature crop on the well-drained sandy soils, often rotated with cotton and corn. Cattle operations graze improved pastures and utilize crop residues.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Alabama |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Corn, Floriculture, Cotton, Fruit & tree nuts |
| Farms & Ranches | ~520 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~150,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~266 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 "Pike 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 Pike County Operations
Based on Pike County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation practices focus on irrigation efficiency and soil health in peanut-cotton rotations. EQIP provides cost-share for center pivot irrigation systems and precision agriculture technology.
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 Pike County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Pike County?"
Your Next Steps in Pike 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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