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Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling prairies and pine forests characterize this inland parish with well-drained soils. The parish sits on slightly elevated terrain between the coastal marshes and central Louisiana hills.

Rice production dominates the agricultural landscape with extensive flooded fields during growing season. Cattle ranching utilizes the native prairie grasslands and improved pastures throughout the parish.

Quick Facts
RegionSouthwest Louisiana
Top CommoditiesRice, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Poultry, Horses, Fruit & tree nuts
Farms & Ranches~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~300,000 acres
Average Farm Size~479 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Jefferson Davis Parish" 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 Jefferson Davis Parish Operations

Based on Jefferson Davis Parish's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Water management systems support rice irrigation and crawfish pond management. Conservation programs help maintain prairie habitat while supporting productive agriculture.

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 Jefferson Davis Parish's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Jefferson Davis Parish?"

Your Next Steps in Jefferson Davis Parish

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

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