Troup County, Georgia: USDA programs and conservation funding

251
Farms & Ranches
40K
Acres in Agriculture
159
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$1.5M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Field Crops, Other, Sheep, Goats, Goats
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Troup County, Georgia has 251 farms working 39,911 agricultural acres (average 159 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $1.5 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Field Crops, Other, Sheep. Vegetation typically peaks in Jun, defining the primary growing season.

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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

About Troup County

Elevation across Troup County averages about 709 feet. The county falls within the Southern Piedmont (MLRA 136) land resource region.

Rainfall averages 51.7 inches per year. January lows average around 33°F while July highs reach about 90°F.

The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 251 farms in Troup County, operating across 39,911 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 159 acres. Top commodities include cattle, sheep, and goats.


Quick Facts

RegionWest Georgia
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Vegetables, Sheep, Goats

Current Conditions

Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 14+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.

Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14

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 Troup County.

NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)

246 Bullsboro Drive, Newnan, GA 30263

(770) 251-4283

FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)

408 N White St, Carrollton, GA 30117

(770) 834-2097

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.


Programs for Troup County Operations

Based on Troup County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

EQIP supports rotational grazing systems and poultry waste management near West Point Lake. CRP enrollment protects lake water quality through riparian buffers and slope stabilization.

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 Troup County: Chambers County, Alabama, Randolph County, Alabama, Coweta County, Georgia, Harris County, Georgia, Heard County, Georgia, and Meriwether County, Georgia. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.

Your Next Steps in Troup County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Georgia guide: Georgia Farm Programs Guide

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Related program guides

EQIP FencingCRPEQIP Prescribed GrazingCSPEQIP Water Development

Vegetation Baseline

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Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.65
Peak season (Jun)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Troup County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.