Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Duval County
Elevation across Duval County averages about 19 feet. The county falls within the Atlantic Coast Flatwoods (MLRA 153A) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 51.0 inches per year. January lows average around 44°F while July highs reach about 92°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 314 farms in Duval County, operating across 20,593 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 66 acres. Top commodities include cattle, flowering plants, potted, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Florida |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables, Berries, Poultry, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 14+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Duval County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
260 Us Highway 301 N, Baldwin, FL 32234
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
Programs for Duval County Operations
Based on Duval County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Urban agriculture and small farm development receive support to serve local food systems in the Jacksonville metropolitan area. Water quality protection practices help agricultural operations coexist with urban development and sensitive coastal ecosystems.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Duval County: Baker County, Florida, Clay County, Florida, Nassau County, Florida, and St. Johns County, Florida. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Duval 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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