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Martin County, North Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Low coastal plain with the Roanoke River creating fertile floodplains and extensive wetland systems. Pocosins and swamp forests intersperse with agricultural lands throughout the county.

Traditional row crop agriculture focuses on corn, soybeans, and cotton production on well-drained upland soils. Peanut farming and timber production complement grain crops in this diverse agricultural landscape.

Quick Facts
RegionCoastal Plain
Top CommoditiesCotton, Soybeans, Tobacco, Wheat, Vegetables, Cattle & calves
Farms & Ranches~385 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~140,000 acres
Average Farm Size~503 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 "Martin 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 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 — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Martin County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Martin 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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