St. Johns County, Florida
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
The county stretches from the Atlantic Ocean inland across coastal plains and the Intracoastal Waterway. The Matanzas River and numerous tidal creeks create extensive salt marsh ecosystems.
Agriculture is limited by coastal development with remaining operations focusing on cattle grazing and specialty crops. Aquaculture operations utilize coastal waters for shellfish and fish production.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Florida |
| Top Commodities | Vegetables, Honey, Horses, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Goats |
| Farms & Ranches | ~220 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~24,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~106 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 "St. Johns 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 St. Johns County Operations
Based on St. Johns County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports coastal zone management practices and water quality protection measures. CSP promotes habitat conservation for migratory birds and marine species in agricultural areas.
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 St. Johns County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in St. Johns County?"
Your Next Steps in St. Johns 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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