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Beaufort County, North Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Low-lying coastal plain with extensive wetlands, the Pamlico River, and Pamlico Sound forming the northern boundary. Rich alluvial soils in river bottomlands contrast with sandy soils on higher ground.

Large-scale row crop operations dominate the fertile bottomlands, producing corn, soybeans, and cotton. Swine production facilities are scattered throughout the county, taking advantage of grain availability and transportation infrastructure.

Quick Facts
RegionCoastal Plain
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cotton, Tobacco, Wheat
Farms & Ranches~380 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~140,000 acres
Average Farm Size~540 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 "Beaufort 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 Beaufort County Operations

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

Drainage management systems optimize production on poorly drained soils while protecting water quality. Riparian buffer installations along waterways reduce nutrient runoff into coastal waters.

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 Beaufort County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Beaufort County

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

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