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Obion County, Tennessee

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Flat Mississippi River floodplain with rich alluvial soils and elevations mostly below 300 feet. Obion River and Reelfoot Creek drain the county, with extensive areas of prime agricultural land and some remnant wetland areas.

Intensive row crop agriculture dominates with large-scale production of soybeans, corn, cotton, and wheat on flat, highly productive soils. Many operations utilize center-pivot irrigation and modern farming technology for maximum yields.

Quick Facts
RegionNorthwest Tennessee
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Corn, Poultry, Wheat, Hogs, Cattle & calves
Farms & Ranches~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~250,000 acres
Average Farm Size~455 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 "Obion 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 Obion County Operations

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

Programs emphasize drainage management and water table control for intensive cropping systems. Conservation practices focus on maintaining soil health and reducing nutrient runoff in this flat, highly productive agricultural region.

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 Obion County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Obion 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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