Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About McIntosh County
Elevation across McIntosh County averages about 24 feet. The county falls within the Tidewater Area (MLRA 153B) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 48.5 inches per year. January lows average around 41°F while July highs reach about 92°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 52 farms in McIntosh County, operating across 15,559 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 299 acres. Top commodities include cut christmas trees, cut christmas trees & short term woody trees, and flowering plants, potted.
Quick Facts
| Region | Coastal Georgia |
| Top Commodities | Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Floriculture, Corn, Cattle & calves, Poultry |
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 McIntosh County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
185 Richard R Davis Dr, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1900 Sunset Blvd, Jesup, GA 31545
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 McIntosh County
The forage year in McIntosh County runs from green-up in June to peak growth in September (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 92 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in McIntosh County
About 12% of McIntosh County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 37% of farms are small and 3% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 299 acres.
What Tends to Fit in McIntosh County
Given the operation mix in McIntosh County, the practices that most often come up are cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground, and high tunnels, irrigation efficiency, and NAP coverage for specialty-crop acres. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.
Programs for McIntosh County Operations
Based on McIntosh County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize coastal marsh protection and habitat restoration for wildlife. CREP enrollment focuses on establishing buffers to protect water quality in sensitive coastal ecosystems.
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 McIntosh County: Glynn County, Georgia, Liberty County, Georgia, Long County, Georgia, and Wayne County, Georgia. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in McIntosh 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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