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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Tyrrell County
Tyrrell County is part of the Tidewater Area land resource region (MLRA 153B). The county's mean elevation is about 2 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Tyrrell County sees 51.9 in of rain, a 61.9°F mean annual temperature.
Tyrrell County carries 118 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). 73 farms operate in the county, averaging 873 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Coastal Plain |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Cattle & calves, Honey |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Tyrrell County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
155 L A Keiser Drive, Columbia, NC 27925
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 Tyrrell County Operations
Based on Tyrrell County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland conservation and restoration are primary focuses due to the extensive pocosin ecosystems. Drainage management and flood mitigation help protect agricultural investments from frequent coastal flooding.
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 Tyrrell County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Camden County, North Carolina, Currituck County, North Carolina, Dare County, North Carolina, Hyde County, North Carolina, Pasquotank County, North Carolina, and Perquimans County, North Carolina. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Tyrrell 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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