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Sumner County, Tennessee

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Sumner County features fertile limestone plains and rolling hills typical of the Central Basin, with the Cumberland River forming the southern boundary. Red River and several creeks drain the interior, creating rich agricultural bottomlands.

The county has a diverse agricultural economy with significant tobacco production, cattle operations, and row crops on highly productive soils. Proximity to Nashville has led to growth in horse farms and specialty agriculture operations.

Quick Facts
RegionMiddle Tennessee
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Tobacco, Poultry, Dairy
Farms & Ranches~1,120 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~140,000 acres
Average Farm Size~112 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 "Sumner 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 Sumner County Operations

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

Programs support tobacco farmers transitioning to alternative crops and livestock operations. Horse farm operations access assistance for pasture management and facility development.

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 Sumner County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Sumner 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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