Screven County, Georgia
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Flat Coastal Plain terrain with sandy soils and extensive pine forests throughout. The Savannah River forms the eastern boundary, creating some bottomland agricultural areas.
Timber production dominates agricultural land use with pulpwood and sawtimber operations. Row crop farming includes cotton, soybeans, and corn on suitable soils.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Georgia |
| Top Commodities | Cotton, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Cattle & calves, Berries, Tobacco |
| Farms & Ranches | ~220 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~170,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~517 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Screven County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.
What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.
Programs for Screven County Operations
Based on Screven County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Forest management programs promote sustainable harvesting and wildlife habitat enhancement. Riparian buffer programs along the Savannah River protect water quality.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.
We don't have Screven County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Screven County?"
Your Next Steps in Screven 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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