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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Davidson County
Elevation across Davidson County averages about 422 feet. The county falls within the Nashville Basin (MLRA 123) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 52.1 inches per year. January lows average around 29°F while July highs reach about 90°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 350 farms in Davidson County, operating across 31,523 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 90 acres. Top commodities include sod, cattle, and honey.
Quick Facts
| Region | Middle Tennessee |
| Top Commodities | Vegetables, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Honey, Horses |
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 Davidson County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
150 Albert Gallatin Ave, Gallatin, TN 37066
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
5024 Highway 41 N, Springfield, TN 37172
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 Davidson County Operations
Based on Davidson County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs support urban-adjacent agriculture and help preserve remaining farmland through conservation easements. Beginning farmer initiatives focus on specialty crops and direct-marketing operations serving the Nashville metropolitan area.
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 Davidson County: Cheatham County, Tennessee, Robertson County, Tennessee, Rutherford County, Tennessee, Sumner County, Tennessee, Williamson County, Tennessee, and Wilson County, Tennessee. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Davidson 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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