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Chatham County, North Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling Piedmont hills between the Triangle and Triad metropolitan areas, with the Haw River flowing through the county. Mixed forests and agricultural fields create a diverse rural landscape.

Sustainable agriculture and organic production serve nearby urban markets in Raleigh-Durham and Greensboro. Small diversified farms produce vegetables, livestock, and value-added products for direct marketing.

Quick Facts
RegionPiedmont
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Dairy, Hogs, Tobacco, Soybeans
Farms & Ranches~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~110,000 acres
Average Farm Size~106 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 "Chatham 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 Chatham County Operations

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

Organic certification and sustainable practices meet growing demand from Triangle area consumers. High tunnel systems and irrigation improvements extend growing seasons for vegetable producers.

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 Chatham County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Chatham 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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