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Granville County, North Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling Piedmont terrain with Kerr Lake dominating the northern portion and numerous tributaries of the Tar River. Clay-based soils and gentle slopes support diverse agricultural production.

Tobacco remains a significant crop alongside corn, soybeans, and expanding vegetable production. Beef cattle operations and poultry farms diversify the agricultural economy.

Quick Facts
RegionPiedmont
Top CommoditiesTobacco, Vegetables, Dairy, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Corn
Farms & Ranches~480 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~100,000 acres
Average Farm Size~211 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 "Granville 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 Granville County Operations

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

Tobacco transition programs help farmers diversify into alternative crops and livestock enterprises. Water quality initiatives protect Kerr Lake and surrounding watersheds from agricultural runoff.

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 Granville County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Granville 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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