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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About McNairy County
McNairy County is part of the Gulf Coastal Plain land resource region (MLRA 133C). The county's mean elevation is about 520 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, McNairy County sees 56.8 in of rain, a 60.3°F mean annual temperature.
McNairy County carries 4,075 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 15,911 acres. 590 farms operate in the county, averaging 196 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Tennessee |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Cotton, Corn, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 McNairy County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
512 Mulberry Ave, Selmer, TN 38375
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 McNairy County Operations
Based on McNairy County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs address erosion control on rolling cropland and stream protection in the Big Sandy watershed. CRP enrollment helps stabilize highly erodible soils while providing wildlife habitat.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in McNairy County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Alcorn County, Mississippi, Chester County, Tennessee, Hardeman County, Tennessee, and Hardin County, Tennessee. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in McNairy 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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