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Tallapoosa County, Alabama

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

The county lies in the Piedmont region with rolling hills, granite outcrops, and Lake Martin on the Tallapoosa River. Terrain includes both agricultural valleys and forested uplands.

Cattle operations and hay production dominate the agricultural sector, utilizing improved pastures in valleys and cleared areas. Poultry houses are common, taking advantage of available feed sources.

Quick Facts
RegionEast Alabama
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Corn, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Hogs, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~710 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~81,000 acres
Average Farm Size~271 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Tallapoosa 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 Tallapoosa County Operations

Based on Tallapoosa County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Conservation programs focus on Lake Martin watershed protection through riparian buffers and erosion control practices. EQIP supports rotational grazing systems to improve pasture productivity on rolling terrain.

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 Tallapoosa County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Tallapoosa County?"

Your Next Steps in Tallapoosa County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Alabama guide: Alabama Farm Programs Guide

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