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Wilson County, North Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Gently rolling coastal plain terrain features the Contentnea Creek system draining toward the Neuse River basin. Sandy loam soils support both agricultural production and pine forest management throughout the county.

Diversified farming includes tobacco, corn, and soybean production alongside significant poultry and hog operations. Sweet potato production and processing facilities make this crop particularly important to the local economy.

Quick Facts
RegionCoastal Plain
Top CommoditiesVegetables, Poultry, Tobacco, Soybeans, Cotton, Corn
Farms & Ranches~580 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~130,000 acres
Average Farm Size~610 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 "Wilson 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 Wilson County Operations

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

Sweet potato production utilizes specialized conservation practices for soil health and water management. Nutrient management plans for livestock operations protect water quality in the Contentnea Creek watershed.

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 Wilson County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Wilson 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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