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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Orangeburg County
Elevation across Orangeburg County averages about 180 feet. The county falls within the Southern Coastal Plain (MLRA 133A) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 47.9 inches per year. January lows average around 35°F while July highs reach about 92°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 764 farms in Orangeburg County, operating across 230,111 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 301 acres. Top commodities include corn, cotton, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | Coastal Plain |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Corn, Cotton, Soybeans, Dairy, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). 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 Orangeburg County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1550 Henley St, Orangeburg, SC 29115
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 Orangeburg County Operations
Based on Orangeburg County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Peach production support includes orchard renovation and pest management programs specific to stone fruit operations. Irrigation efficiency initiatives help farmers manage water resources effectively across diverse soil types and cropping systems.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Orangeburg County: Aiken County, South Carolina, Bamberg County, South Carolina, Barnwell County, South Carolina, Berkeley County, South Carolina, Calhoun County, South Carolina, and Clarendon County, South Carolina. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Orangeburg 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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