Haralson County, Georgia: USDA programs and conservation funding

303
Farms & Ranches
26K
Acres in Agriculture
86
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$1.6M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Field Crops, Other, Milk, Cut Christmas Trees, Cut Christmas Trees & Short Term Woody Trees
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Haralson County, Georgia has 303 farms working 26,001 agricultural acres (average 86 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $1.6 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Field Crops, Other, Milk. Vegetation typically peaks in Jun, defining the primary growing season.

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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

About Haralson County

Haralson County lies in the Southern Piedmont (MLRA 136) region. Elevation averages about 1,176 feet.

Haralson County averages 54.2 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 60.3°F.

Haralson County's agricultural base centers on cattle, milk, and cut christmas trees. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 303 farms working 26,001 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 2,818 head.


Quick Facts

RegionRidge and Valley/Piedmont
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Dairy, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Vegetables

Current Conditions

Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).

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 Haralson County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

408 N White St, Carrollton, GA 30117

(770) 834-2097

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 Haralson County Operations

Based on Haralson County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Nutrient management for poultry operations and pasture improvement are priority conservation practices. Water quality protection and erosion control on sloped agricultural land receive technical assistance and funding.

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

Counties Bordering Haralson County

Haralson County shares borders with Cleburne County, Alabama, Carroll County, Georgia, Paulding County, Georgia, and Polk County, Georgia. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.

Your Next Steps in Haralson County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Georgia guide: Georgia Farm Programs Guide

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Related program guides

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Vegetation Baseline

0.66
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.84
Peak season (Jun)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Haralson County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.