Camden 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 bounded by the Pasquotank River and Albemarle Sound. Flat terrain with poorly drained soils and extensive wetlands characterize this small northeastern county.

Corn and soybean production dominates on fields with extensive drainage systems. Small-scale vegetable operations and timber management complement the grain farming systems.

Quick Facts


Region	Coastal Plain
Top Commodities	Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Floriculture, Poultry, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches	~85 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~55,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~719 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 "Camden 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 Camden County Operations

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

Drainage water management systems optimize crop production while reducing nutrient runoff. Riparian forest buffers along waterways improve water quality in the Albemarle Sound watershed.

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 Camden County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Camden County

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

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