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Fentress County, Tennessee

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The Cumberland Plateau creates rugged mountainous terrain with steep ridges, deep valleys, and the Obey River flowing through the county toward Dale Hollow Lake. Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area preserves much of the natural landscape.

Agriculture is severely limited by mountainous terrain, with small cattle operations and hay production confined to valley areas and gentler slopes. Most farming operations are small-scale and integrated with forestry activities.

Quick Facts
RegionEast Tennessee
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Poultry, Vegetables, Corn, Berries, Dairy
Farms & Ranches~160 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~110,000 acres
Average Farm Size~204 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 "Fentress 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 Fentress County Operations

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

Programs focus on erosion control and sustainable grazing systems adapted to steep terrain and limited suitable farmland. Forest-agriculture integration initiatives help maximize productivity of small mountain farming operations.

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 Fentress County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Fentress 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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