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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Robeson County
Robeson County is part of the Southern Coastal Plain land resource region (MLRA 133A). The county's mean elevation is about 153 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Robeson County sees 47.7 in of rain, a 62.7°F mean annual temperature.
Robeson County carries 3,860 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 6,238 acres. 732 farms operate in the county, averaging 359 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Coastal Plain |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Hogs, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Cotton |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). 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 Robeson County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
440 Caton Rd, Lumberton, NC 28360
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 Robeson County Operations
Based on Robeson County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Nutrient management for livestock operations and wetland restoration are major conservation priorities. Hurricane resilience and flood recovery assistance programs are frequently utilized due to coastal storm impacts.
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 Robeson County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Bladen County, North Carolina, Columbus County, North Carolina, Cumberland County, North Carolina, Hoke County, North Carolina, Scotland County, North Carolina, and Dillon County, South Carolina. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Robeson 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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