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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Randolph County
Randolph County is part of the Southern Piedmont land resource region (MLRA 136). The county's mean elevation is about 771 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Randolph County sees 46.3 in of rain, a 59.9°F mean annual temperature.
Randolph County carries 23,862 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 30,259 acres. 1,238 farms operate in the county, averaging 106 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Piedmont |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Hogs, Corn, Soybeans |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 14+ 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 Randolph County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
847 Curry Dr, Asheboro, NC 27205
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 Randolph County Operations
Based on Randolph County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs focus on streambank protection along the Deep River and its tributaries. Poultry waste management and pasture improvement are priority practices for environmental stewardship.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Randolph County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Alamance County, North Carolina, Chatham County, North Carolina, Davidson County, North Carolina, Guilford County, North Carolina, Montgomery County, North Carolina, and Moore County, North Carolina. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Randolph 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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