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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Robertson County
Elevation across Robertson County averages about 625 feet. The county falls within the Highland Rim and Pennyroyal (MLRA 122) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 52.0 inches per year. January lows average around 28°F while July highs reach about 89°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 1,117 farms in Robertson County, operating across 200,408 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 179 acres. Top commodities include corn, cattle, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | Middle Tennessee |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Tobacco, Dairy, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Robertson County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
5024 Highway 41 N, Springfield, TN 37172
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.
Forage and Grazing in Robertson County
The forage year in Robertson County runs from green-up in June to peak growth in July (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 28,173 acres of pastureland and 18,142 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Robertson County
About 21% of Robertson County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 40% of farms are small and 5% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 179 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Robertson County
Robertson County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were grain, corn, and cattle. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election; and for specialty-crop acres, high tunnels, irrigation efficiency, and NAP coverage. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Robertson County Operations
Based on Robertson County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize soil health and crop rotation practices in tobacco and row crop systems. Water quality protection along Red River tributaries includes nutrient management and streambank stabilization.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Robertson County: Logan County, Kentucky, Simpson County, Kentucky, Todd County, Kentucky, Cheatham County, Tennessee, Davidson County, Tennessee, and Montgomery County, Tennessee. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Robertson 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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