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Cleveland County, North Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling Piedmont hills in the southwestern part of the state near the South Carolina border. The Broad River and First Broad River provide water resources and fertile bottomland soils.

Dairy farming leads agricultural production, with numerous family operations throughout the county. Poultry production and beef cattle operations complement the dairy industry on the rolling pastureland.

Quick Facts
RegionPiedmont
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Floriculture, Dairy
Farms & Ranches~480 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~100,000 acres
Average Farm Size~120 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 "Cleveland 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 Cleveland County Operations

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

Nutrient management plans on dairy farms optimize fertilizer use while protecting water quality. Pasture renovation projects improve forage quality and extend grazing seasons for livestock operations.

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 Cleveland County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Cleveland 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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