Franklin County, Tennessee

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling hills and valleys of the Highland Rim with fertile limestone-based soils. The county features portions of Tims Ford Lake and several spring-fed creeks that support agricultural activities.

Mixed farming operations with emphasis on cattle ranching and hay production across gently rolling pastures. Row crop production includes corn and soybeans on the flatter valley floors.

Quick Facts


Region	South Central Tennessee
Top Commodities	Poultry, Soybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Cotton, Wheat
Farms & Ranches	~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~120,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~168 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 "Franklin 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 Franklin County Operations

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

Focus on pasture improvement and rotational grazing systems for beef operations. Water quality protection practices emphasized around Tims Ford Lake watershed.

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 Franklin County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Franklin 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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