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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Assumption Parish
Elevation across Assumption Parish averages about 5 feet. The county falls within the Southern Mississippi River Alluvium (MLRA 131A) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 62.3 inches per year. January lows average around 43°F while July highs reach about 91°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 72 farms in Assumption Parish, operating across 64,413 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 895 acres. Top commodities include cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Louisiana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 8+ 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 Assumption Parish.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
2259 Business Park Blvd., Donaldsonville, LA 70346
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
143 Laura Drive, Thibodaux, LA 70301
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 Assumption Parish Operations
Based on Assumption Parish's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland conservation and restoration programs are prioritized due to coastal location. Livestock protection programs address frequent flooding and hurricane impacts.
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 Assumption Parish: Ascension Parish, Louisiana, Iberia Parish, Louisiana, Iberville Parish, Louisiana, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, St. James Parish, Louisiana, and St. Martin Parish, Louisiana. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Assumption Parish
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Louisiana guide: Louisiana Farm Programs Guide
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