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Van Buren County, Tennessee

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Van Buren County sits on the Cumberland Plateau with rugged terrain featuring steep ridges, deep hollows, and sandstone cliffs. The Caney Fork River forms the northern boundary, flowing through a dramatic gorge below Center Hill Dam.

Agriculture is limited by the challenging topography, with small-scale cattle operations and hay production in available valley areas. Forest land dominates the county, with timber production being a significant land use.

Quick Facts
RegionUpper Cumberland
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Poultry, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Sheep, Horses
Farms & Ranches~210 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~35,000 acres
Average Farm Size~131 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 "Van Buren 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 Van Buren County Operations

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

Conservation programs emphasize forest management and erosion control due to steep terrain and shallow soils. Livestock operations receive assistance for pasture improvement and alternative water sources.

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 Van Buren County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Van Buren 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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