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Tulare County, California
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley with terrain ranging from flat valley floors to the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada. The Kaweah River and other Sierra Nevada watersheds provide essential water resources for intensive agricultural development.
One of California's most productive agricultural counties, featuring vast dairy operations and extensive fruit and nut orchards. Citrus groves, almond orchards, and modern dairy facilities dominate the landscape alongside processing facilities and agricultural support industries.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Valley |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Fruit & tree nuts, Cattle & calves, Corn, Poultry, Berries |
| Farms & Ranches | ~2,800 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~1,310,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~353 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 "Tulare 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 Tulare County Operations
Based on Tulare County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Dairy waste management and nutrient management planning address water quality concerns in intensive production areas. Orchard and vineyard operations implement precision agriculture technologies and deficit irrigation strategies to maximize productivity.
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 Tulare County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Tulare County?"
Your Next Steps in Tulare County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the California guide: California Farm Programs Guide
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