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Richmond County, North Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Sandy soils and longleaf pine forests define this Sandhills county, with the Pee Dee River forming its eastern border. Rolling terrain transitions from pine uplands to fertile river bottoms along the Pee Dee corridor.

Cotton and corn fields dominate the agricultural landscape, with many farms utilizing center-pivot irrigation systems. Livestock operations, particularly cattle and poultry, are common on the sandier soils less suitable for row crops.

Quick Facts
RegionSandhills
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Hogs, Corn, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Soybeans
Farms & Ranches~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~58,000 acres
Average Farm Size~222 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 "Richmond 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 Richmond County Operations

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

Water conservation and irrigation efficiency are emphasized due to the sandy soils and periodic drought conditions. Cotton production benefits from precision agriculture and integrated pest management programs.

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 Richmond County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Richmond 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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