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Smith County, Tennessee

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Smith County features rolling hills and valleys typical of the Highland Rim, with the Cumberland River forming the northern boundary. Defeated Creek flows through the central portion, creating fertile bottomlands surrounded by limestone hills.

The county has a diverse agricultural economy with significant cattle operations, tobacco production, and row crops. Many farms combine livestock with crop production, utilizing both the fertile bottoms and hillside pastures.

Quick Facts
RegionUpper Cumberland
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Tobacco, Wheat, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~720 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~130,000 acres
Average Farm Size~167 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 "Smith 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 Smith County Operations

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

Conservation programs emphasize pasture management and stream protection along creek systems. Tobacco transition programs help farmers diversify into alternative crops and livestock enterprises.

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 Smith County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Smith 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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