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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Greene County
Greene County lies in the Southern Coastal Plain (MLRA 133A) region. Elevation averages about 51 feet.
Greene County averages 51.7 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 61.5°F.
Greene County's agricultural base centers on hogs, soybeans, and tobacco. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 210 farms working 97,668 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 497 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Coastal Plain |
| Top Commodities | Hogs, Poultry, Vegetables, Soybeans, Tobacco, Corn |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Greene County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
3 Professional Dr, Snow Hill, NC 28580
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.
Forage and Grazing in Greene County
Greene County reported 497 head of cattle across roughly 1,503 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows June green-up and a August growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Greene County.
Farm Structure in Greene County
Irrigation covers about 3% of farmland in Greene County, roughly 2,449 acres. Farms average 465 acres, with about 19% classed as small operations. Around 23% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Greene County
Greene County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were hogs, grain, and soybeans. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election; for confined livestock operations, waste management and nutrient planning; and for specialty-crop acres, high tunnels, irrigation efficiency, and NAP coverage. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Greene County Operations
Based on Greene County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Intensive crop production requires soil health and water quality conservation programs to maintain sustainability. Technical assistance emphasizes nutrient management and erosion control on highly productive farmland.
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 Greene County
Greene County shares borders with Lenoir County, North Carolina, Pitt County, North Carolina, Wayne County, North Carolina, and Wilson 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 Greene 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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