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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Williamsburg County
Williamsburg County lies in the Atlantic Coast Flatwoods (MLRA 153A) region. Elevation averages about 62 feet.
Williamsburg County averages 50.1 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 64.4°F.
Williamsburg County's agricultural base centers on soybeans, cotton, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 530 farms working 208,646 acres.
Quick Facts
| Region | Coastal Plain |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Cotton, Corn, Vegetables, Wheat, Grain sorghum |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 9+ 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 Williamsburg County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
502 Martin Luther King Ave, Kingstree, SC 29556
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 Williamsburg County Operations
Based on Williamsburg County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland conservation programs balance agricultural drainage needs with wildlife habitat protection in this coastal plain environment. Crop diversification support helps farmers adapt to changing market conditions and manage risks associated with traditional commodity production.
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 Williamsburg County
Williamsburg County shares borders with Berkeley County, South Carolina, Clarendon County, South Carolina, Florence County, South Carolina, Georgetown County, South Carolina, and Marion 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 Williamsburg 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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