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Marshall County, Tennessee

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling hills of the Central Basin with limestone-derived soils and elevations between 600-950 feet. Duck River flows through the county creating fertile bottomlands and providing water resources for agriculture.

Diverse agricultural base includes beef cattle operations, row crop farming, and some dairy production on the productive limestone soils. The county maintains a strong tradition of corn and soybean production alongside extensive pasture and hay systems.

Quick Facts
RegionMiddle Tennessee
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Corn, Dairy, Horses, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~640 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~140,000 acres
Average Farm Size~145 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 "Marshall 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 Marshall County Operations

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

Soil health initiatives promote cover crops and reduced tillage in row crop systems. Water quality protection along Duck River tributaries emphasizes nutrient management and riparian buffers.

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 Marshall County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Marshall 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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