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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Overton County
Overton County lies in the Highland Rim and Pennyroyal (MLRA 122) region. Elevation averages about 1,058 feet.
Overton County averages 56.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 334 days. Annual mean temperature is 56.9°F.
Overton County's agricultural base centers on cattle, soybeans, and hogs. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 922 farms working 155,629 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 13,948 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Middle Tennessee |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Hogs, Poultry, Goats, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Overton County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2530 Bradford Hicks Dr, Livingston, TN 38570
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 Overton County Operations
Based on Overton County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize pasture improvement and rotational grazing on Cumberland Plateau soils. Stream protection along Obey River tributaries includes livestock exclusion fencing and alternative water sources.
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
Counties Bordering Overton County
Overton County shares borders with Clay County, Tennessee, Fentress County, Tennessee, Jackson County, Tennessee, Pickett County, Tennessee, and Putnam County, Tennessee. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Overton 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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