Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Taylor County
Taylor County is part of the Carolina and Georgia Sand Hills land resource region (MLRA 137). The county's mean elevation is about 638 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Taylor County sees 48.9 in of rain, a 63.9°F mean annual temperature.
Taylor County carries 1,621 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 9,725 acres. 211 farms operate in the county, averaging 402 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Georgia |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cotton, Soybeans, Corn, Wheat, Goats |
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 Taylor County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
109 Ivey St, Butler, GA 31006
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1030 Peach Pkwy, Ste 4, Fort Valley, GA 31030
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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 Taylor County
Satellite vegetation data (2021–2025 average) shows forage in Taylor County greening up around April and peaking in July. The county carries about 9,725 acres of pastureland. Your county’s official normal grazing period is set by FSA and can differ from the satellite curve — confirm it with your local office, since it determines which drought weeks count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Taylor County
The 2022 Census of Agriculture puts Taylor County at an average farm size of 402 acres, 14% small operations, 25% of producers aged 65 or older, and about 13,022 acres irrigated. Those numbers shape which programs fit — your FSA and NRCS staff can tell you which ranking pool your operation falls into.
What Tends to Fit in Taylor County
Taylor County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were grain, cotton, and soybeans. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Taylor County Operations
Based on Taylor County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports conservation tillage practices and drainage improvements on clay soils. FSA loan programs assist farmers transitioning between row crops and livestock enterprises.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Taylor County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Crawford County, Georgia, Macon County, Georgia, Marion County, Georgia, Peach County, Georgia, Schley County, Georgia, and Talbot County, Georgia. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Taylor 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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