Lee County, Mississippi

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Lee County features rolling hills with fertile prairie soils and scattered woodlands, drained by the Tombigbee River along the eastern border. The terrain transitions from hills in the west to river bottomlands in the east.

Intensive agriculture combines large-scale row crop production with significant poultry operations and cattle farming. Modern farming operations utilize precision agriculture techniques and often integrate multiple enterprises for diversified income streams.

Quick Facts


Region	Northeast Hills
Top Commodities	Soybeans, Cotton, Corn, Wheat, Vegetables, Horses
Farms & Ranches	~380 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~97,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~248 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 "Lee County" 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 Lee County Operations

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

Advanced conservation programs support precision agriculture adoption and nutrient management for intensive farming systems. Integrated pest management programs help maintain sustainable production in high-value crop areas.

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 Lee County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Lee County?"

Your Next Steps in Lee County

Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
Read the Mississippi guide: Mississippi Farm Programs Guide

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