Citrus County, Florida
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling terrain with numerous springs and the Crystal River system flowing to the Gulf of Mexico. The county features a mix of pine flatwoods, hardwood hammocks, and coastal marshes, known for manatee habitat in the spring-fed rivers.
Cattle ranching is the primary agricultural activity on improved pastures throughout the rolling landscape. Some citrus production continues despite development pressure, along with small-scale vegetable farming and aquaculture operations.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Florida |
| Top Commodities | Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Cattle & calves, Horses, Goats, Sheep |
| Farms & Ranches | ~520 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~51,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~85 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 "Citrus 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 Citrus County Operations
Based on Citrus County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Spring and groundwater protection practices are priorities given the county's sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Pasture management techniques focus on preventing nutrient runoff into the spring-fed river systems.
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 Citrus County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Citrus County?"
Your Next Steps in Citrus County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Florida guide: Florida Farm Programs Guide
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