Madison County, Florida
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills with red clay and sandy loam soils extend from Georgia while the Withlacoochee River creates bottomlands along the southern border. Hardwood forests and agricultural areas create a diverse rural landscape.
Traditional southern agriculture includes significant cotton, peanut, and tobacco production on prime farmland. Cattle operations graze improved pastures while poultry production provides supplemental income for farm families.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Florida |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Vegetables, Floriculture, Corn, Berries, Soybeans |
| Farms & Ranches | ~450 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~160,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~247 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 "Madison 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 Madison County Operations
Based on Madison County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP funding supports precision agriculture adoption and conservation tillage systems for cotton and peanut producers. Conservation programs emphasize soil erosion control and water quality protection on sloping agricultural land.
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 Madison County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Madison County?"
Your Next Steps in Madison 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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