Warren County, Tennessee: USDA programs and conservation funding

985
Farms & Ranches
147K
Acres in Agriculture
149
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$46.1M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Grain, Soybeans, Corn, Field Crops, Other
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Warren County, Tennessee has 985 farms working 147,088 agricultural acres (average 149 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $46.1 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Grain, Soybeans. Vegetation typically peaks in Aug, defining the primary growing season.

Programs likely to fit Warren County operations

With 985 farms averaging 149 acres, a cattle and grain commodity base, vegetation peaking near Aug at 0.76 NDVI, these are the federal programs most worth a closer look. Every program is competitive — confirm fit with your local USDA office.

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About Warren County

Warren County lies in the Highland Rim and Pennyroyal (MLRA 122) region. Elevation averages about 931 feet.

Warren County averages 57.1 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 58.0°F.

Warren County's agricultural base centers on cattle, soybeans, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 985 farms working 147,088 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 657 head.

Quick Facts
RegionUpper Cumberland
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Soybeans, Poultry, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables

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 Warren County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

2901 Nashville Highway, Mcminnville, TN 37110

(931) 473-2277

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 Warren County

Warren County reported 657 head of cattle across roughly 30,703 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a August growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Warren County.

Farm Structure in Warren County

Irrigation covers about 3% of farmland in Warren County, roughly 3,822 acres. Farms average 149 acres, with about 31% classed as small operations. Around 21% of operators are 65 or older.

What Tends to Fit in Warren County

Given the operation mix in Warren County, the practices that most often come up are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing for grazing operations; cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground; and brush management for rangeland. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.

Programs for Warren County Operations

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

Conservation efforts focus on protecting water quality in river systems through riparian buffers and nutrient management. Forest landowners participate in sustainable timber management programs.

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 Warren County

Warren County shares borders with Cannon County, Tennessee, Coffee County, Tennessee, DeKalb County, Tennessee, Grundy County, Tennessee, Sequatchie County, Tennessee, and Van Buren 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 Warren 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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Related program guides

EQIP FencingCRPEQIP Prescribed GrazingCSPEQIP Water DevelopmentEQIP Brush Management

Vegetation Baseline

0.63
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.76
Peak season (Aug)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Warren County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.