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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Campbell County
Campbell County is part of the Cumberland Plateau and Mountains land resource region (MLRA 125). The county's mean elevation is about 1,882 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Campbell County sees 55.8 in of rain, a 334-day growing season, a 55.7°F mean annual temperature.
Campbell County carries 3,044 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 10,389 acres. 309 farms operate in the county, averaging 100 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | East Tennessee |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Dairy, Vegetables, Floriculture, Fruit & tree nuts, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Campbell County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
2691 Andersonville Hwy, Clinton, TN 37716
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
4730 New Harvest Ln, Knoxville, TN 37918
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 Campbell County Operations
Based on Campbell County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs focus on erosion control and forest-pasture management systems suitable for steep terrain. Livestock forage programs help maximize productivity of limited grazing areas in this mountainous environment.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Campbell County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include McCreary County, Kentucky, Whitley County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Tennessee, Claiborne County, Tennessee, Scott County, Tennessee, and Union County, Tennessee. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Campbell County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Tennessee guide: Tennessee Farm Programs Guide
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