Davidson County, North Carolina: USDA programs and conservation funding

847
Farms & Ranches
74K
Acres in Agriculture
87
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$2.5M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Grain, Soybeans, Corn, Cattle, Field Crops, Other
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Davidson County, North Carolina has 847 farms working 73,655 agricultural acres (average 87 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $2.5 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Grain, Soybeans, Corn. Vegetation typically peaks in Apr, defining the primary growing season.

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

About Davidson County

Davidson County lies in the Southern Piedmont (MLRA 136) region. Elevation averages about 724 feet.

Davidson County averages 45.0 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 59.2°F.

Davidson County's agricultural base centers on soybeans, corn, and cattle. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 847 farms working 73,655 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 3,387 head.


Quick Facts

RegionPiedmont
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Soybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Floriculture, Fruit & tree nuts

Current Conditions

Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 14+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.

Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14

Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Davidson County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

301 E Center St, Lexington, NC 27292

(336) 248-2687

Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.

What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.


Programs for Davidson County Operations

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

Conservation efforts focus on pasture management and soil erosion control on rolling terrain. Support emphasizes livestock facility improvements and sustainable crop rotation systems.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.


Local Conservation Priorities

Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.

How to find your county's priorities:

  • Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
  • Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
  • Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria

Counties Bordering Davidson County

Davidson County shares borders with Davie County, North Carolina, Forsyth County, North Carolina, Guilford County, North Carolina, Montgomery County, North Carolina, Randolph County, North Carolina, and Rowan County, North Carolina. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.

Your Next Steps in Davidson 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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Related program guides

EQIP Prescribed GrazingCSPCRP

Vegetation Baseline

0.78
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.84
Peak season (Apr)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Davidson County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.