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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About St. John the Baptist Parish
St. John the Baptist Parish lies in the Southern Mississippi River Alluvium (MLRA 131A) region. Elevation averages about 2 feet.
St. John the Baptist Parish averages 64.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 68.8°F.
The 2022 Ag Census recorded 20 farms working 18,887 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 28 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Louisiana |
| Top Commodities | Sugarcane, Vegetables, Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 7+ 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 St. John the Baptist Parish.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
1041 Rue La Cannes Dr, Luling, LA 70070
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
151 E 3rd St, Edgard, LA 70049
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 St. John the Baptist Parish Operations
Based on St. John the Baptist Parish's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs focus on maximizing productivity on limited agricultural land competing with industrial development. Environmental quality assistance helps protect water resources in this heavily developed corridor.
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
Counties Bordering St. John the Baptist Parish
St. John the Baptist Parish shares borders with Ascension Parish, Louisiana, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, Livingston Parish, Louisiana, St. Charles Parish, Louisiana, and St. James Parish, Louisiana. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in St. John the Baptist 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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