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Marion County, Tennessee

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rugged Cumberland Plateau terrain with deep gorges, sandstone cliffs, and elevations ranging from 600 to 2,000 feet. The Tennessee River forms the southern boundary with Nickajack Lake, while the Sequatchie Valley cuts through the western edge.

Limited agricultural activity due to steep topography, with small farms focusing on beef cattle on plateau pastures and in valley bottoms. Hay production and some small-scale crop farming occur in the more level areas of the Sequatchie Valley.

Quick Facts
RegionSoutheast Tennessee
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Grain sorghum
Farms & Ranches~280 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~62,000 acres
Average Farm Size~202 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 "Marion 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 Marion County Operations

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

Conservation programs address steep slope management and erosion control on plateau farms. Forestry practices and wildlife habitat improvement are important components of land management assistance.

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 Marion County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Marion 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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