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Kershaw County, South Carolina

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The county sits in the Sandhills region with rolling terrain, sandy soils, and numerous small streams feeding into the Wateree River. Lake Wateree forms the eastern boundary, created by a dam on the Wateree River.

Cotton, soybeans, and corn dominate crop production on the well-drained sandy soils typical of the Sandhills region. Peach orchards and vegetable production take advantage of the favorable drainage and climate conditions.

Quick Facts
RegionSandhills
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Soybeans, Horses, Wheat, Cattle & calves, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~220 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~100,000 acres
Average Farm Size~175 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 "Kershaw 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 Kershaw County Operations

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

Irrigation efficiency programs help farmers manage water resources on sandy soils with low water-holding capacity. Specialty crop support focuses on peach production and diversified vegetable operations serving regional markets.

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 Kershaw County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Kershaw 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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