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Vernon Parish, Louisiana

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Vernon Parish contains rolling hills with extensive pine forests and the Kisatchie National Forest covering much of the eastern portion. The parish features sandy soils and numerous creeks flowing into the Sabine River system.

Forestry dominates the agricultural economy with extensive pine plantations and timber operations throughout the parish. Beef cattle ranching utilizes improved pastures in forest openings, while poultry operations take advantage of the rural setting and proximity to processing facilities.

Quick Facts
RegionWest Central Louisiana
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Horses, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries
Farms & Ranches~380 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~36,000 acres
Average Farm Size~83 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 "Vernon 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 Vernon Parish Operations

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

EQIP provides assistance for forest management practices and livestock facility improvements including poultry house upgrades. CRP focuses on pine forest establishment and wildlife habitat improvement on former pasture lands.

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 Vernon Parish's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Vernon 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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