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Moore County, North Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Classic sandhills topography with well-drained sandy soils and scattered longleaf pine forests. Rolling terrain and numerous golf courses characterize this resort and retirement community.

Peach orchards and vegetable production take advantage of sandy soils and good drainage. Horse farms and small-scale specialty crop operations serve the affluent local population and tourist market.

Quick Facts
RegionSandhills
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Tobacco, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Corn, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~295 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~110,000 acres
Average Farm Size~132 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 "Moore 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 Moore County Operations

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

Specialty crop programs support fruit growers with irrigation efficiency and integrated pest management practices. Conservation initiatives promote sustainable land use in this rapidly developing 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 Moore County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Moore 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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