Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Jasper County
Elevation across Jasper County averages about 587 feet. The county falls within the Southern Piedmont (MLRA 136) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 47.6 inches per year. January lows average around 33°F while July highs reach about 92°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 293 farms in Jasper County, operating across 54,987 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 188 acres. Top commodities include cattle, corn, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Georgia |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Jasper County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
205 E Jefferson St, Madison, GA 30650
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
130 Sparta Hwy, Eatonton, GA 31024
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.
Forage and Grazing in Jasper County
The forage year in Jasper County runs from green-up in April to peak growth in July (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 12,554 acres of pastureland and 2,507 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Jasper County
About 20% of Jasper County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 30% of farms are small and 5% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 188 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Jasper County
Jasper County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cattle, grain, and corn. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election; and for rangeland, brush management. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Jasper County Operations
Based on Jasper County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize pasture management and erosion control on sloping terrain. CRP enrollments focus on establishing riparian buffers along creeks feeding into the Ocmulgee River.
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 Jasper County: Butts County, Georgia, Jones County, Georgia, Monroe County, Georgia, Morgan County, Georgia, Newton County, Georgia, and Putnam County, Georgia. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Jasper County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Georgia guide: Georgia Farm Programs Guide
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