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Georgetown County, South Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Coastal plain with extensive tidal marshes and the Waccamaw, Sampit, and Black Rivers creating a complex estuarine system. Historic rice field impoundments and maritime forests characterize much of the landscape.

Limited agriculture with some rice production in managed wetlands and timber operations on upland areas. Aquaculture and specialty crop production serve niche markets in this coastal tourism region.

Quick Facts
RegionGrand Strand
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Poultry
Farms & Ranches~180 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~63,000 acres
Average Farm Size~297 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 "Georgetown 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 Georgetown County Operations

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

Wetland restoration and rice field management for wildlife habitat receive specialized program support. Coastal resilience planning helps agricultural operations adapt to sea level rise and storm surge.

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 Georgetown County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Georgetown County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the South Carolina guide: South Carolina Farm Programs Guide

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