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Cocke County, Tennessee

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The county extends from the French Broad River valley up to the crest of the Great Smoky Mountains, encompassing dramatic elevation changes and diverse terrain. The Pigeon River flows through the county, and much of the southern portion lies within Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Agriculture is concentrated in valley areas with cattle operations, hay production, and some vegetable farming taking advantage of diverse microclimates. Many farms are small-scale operations serving local and regional markets.

Quick Facts
RegionEast Tennessee
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Berries, Horses, Goats
Farms & Ranches~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~56,000 acres
Average Farm Size~93 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 "Cocke 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 Cocke County Operations

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

Programs support diversified farming operations and protect water quality in sensitive watersheds near the national park. Mountain agriculture initiatives help farmers adapt to challenging terrain and variable climate conditions.

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 Cocke County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Cocke County

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

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