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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Allendale County
Allendale County lies in the Southern Coastal Plain (MLRA 133A) region. Elevation averages about 244 feet.
Allendale County averages 47.1 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 64.8°F.
Allendale County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and cotton. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 126 farms working 66,335 acres.
Quick Facts
| Region | Lower Savannah |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cotton, Wheat, Sheep, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). 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 Allendale County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
398 Barnwell Hwy, Allendale, SC 29810
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
100 Fuldner Rd, Barnwell, SC 29812
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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 Allendale County Operations
Based on Allendale County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Drainage and irrigation systems receive conservation support for row crop production. Wetland restoration programs help preserve bottomland habitats along river corridors.
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
Counties Bordering Allendale County
Allendale County shares borders with Burke County, Georgia, Screven County, Georgia, Bamberg County, South Carolina, Barnwell County, South Carolina, Colleton County, South Carolina, and Hampton County, South Carolina. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Allendale County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the South Carolina guide: South Carolina Farm Programs Guide
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