Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Miami-Dade County
Miami-Dade County is part of the Florida Everglades and Associated Areas land resource region (MLRA 156A). The county's mean elevation is about 7 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Miami-Dade County sees 57.5 in of rain, a 76.3°F mean annual temperature.
Miami-Dade County carries 7,668 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 5,773 acres. 2,664 farms operate in the county, averaging 26 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Florida |
| Top Commodities | Floriculture, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Poultry, Cattle & calves, Berries |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 13+ 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 Miami-Dade County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1450 N Krome Ave Ste 102, Florida City, FL 33034
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 Miami-Dade County Operations
Based on Miami-Dade County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Environmental programs focus on protecting Everglades water quality and Biscayne Bay from agricultural runoff. Disaster assistance provides critical support for tropical crop producers affected by hurricanes and saltwater intrusion.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Miami-Dade County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Broward County, Florida, Collier County, Florida, and Monroe County, Florida. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Miami-Dade 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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