Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Taylor County
Elevation across Taylor County averages about 30 feet. The county falls within the Eastern Gulf Coast Flatwoods (MLRA 152A) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 55.8 inches per year. January lows average around 41°F while July highs reach about 91°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 212 farms in Taylor County, operating across 43,289 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 204 acres. Top commodities include cattle, hogs, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Florida |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Vegetables, Hogs |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Exceptional Drought (D4). LFP-eligible for 28+ 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 Taylor County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1416 East Us 90, Unit 1, Madison, FL 32340
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 Taylor County Operations
Based on Taylor County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP promotes sustainable forestry practices and wildlife habitat management in timber operations. CREP focuses on protecting water quality in coastal watersheds through forest conservation buffers.
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 Taylor County: Dixie County, Florida, Jefferson County, Florida, Lafayette County, Florida, and Madison County, Florida. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Taylor 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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