Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Quitman County
Quitman County lies in the Gulf Coastal Plain (MLRA 133C) region. Elevation averages about 358 feet.
Quitman County averages 51.9 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 65.4°F.
Quitman County's agricultural base centers on cattle. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 26 farms working 12,612 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 1,596 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Georgia |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
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 Quitman County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
88 E Dawson St, Cuthbert, GA 39840
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 Quitman County
Quitman County reported 1,596 head of cattle across roughly 1,600 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a June growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Quitman County.
Farm Structure in Quitman County
Farms average 485 acres, with about 4% classed as small operations. Around 18% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Quitman County
Quitman County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cattle. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing, 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 Quitman County Operations
Based on Quitman County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Irrigation water management and soil health programs support sustainable peanut production. Wetland conservation programs protect natural areas while maintaining agricultural productivity.
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 Quitman County
Quitman County shares borders with Barbour County, Alabama, Clay County, Georgia, Randolph County, Georgia, and Stewart 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 Quitman 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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