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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Martin County
Elevation across Martin County averages about 68 feet. The county falls within the Atlantic Coast Flatwoods (MLRA 153A) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 51.2 inches per year. January lows average around 32°F while July highs reach about 89°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 286 farms in Martin County, operating across 143,806 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 503 acres. Top commodities include cotton, soybeans, and tobacco.
Quick Facts
| Region | Coastal Plain |
| Top Commodities | Cotton, Soybeans, Tobacco, Wheat, Vegetables, Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). 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 Martin County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
104 Kehukee Park Rd, Williamston, NC 27892
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 Martin County Operations
Based on Martin County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland reserve programs protect critical waterfowl habitat while farmers implement precision agriculture techniques. Conservation tillage and cover crops help maintain soil health in this environmentally sensitive region.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Martin County: Beaufort County, North Carolina, Bertie County, North Carolina, Edgecombe County, North Carolina, Halifax County, North Carolina, Pitt County, North Carolina, and Washington County, North Carolina. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Martin 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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