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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Duplin County
Duplin County is part of the Southern Coastal Plain land resource region (MLRA 133A). The county's mean elevation is about 89 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Duplin County sees 53.8 in of rain, a 61.8°F mean annual temperature.
Duplin County carries 21,634 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 13,173 acres. 949 farms operate in the county, averaging 268 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Coastal Plain |
| Top Commodities | Hogs, Poultry, Corn, Soybeans, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 13+ 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 Duplin County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
165 Agriculture Dr, Kenansville, NC 28349
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 Duplin County Operations
Based on Duplin County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water quality protection programs manage nutrient runoff from intensive livestock operations. Conservation assistance focuses on waste management systems and buffer strips along waterways.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Duplin County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Jones County, North Carolina, Lenoir County, North Carolina, Onslow County, North Carolina, Pender County, North Carolina, Sampson County, North Carolina, and Wayne County, North Carolina. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Duplin 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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