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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Williamson County
Elevation across Williamson County averages about 984 feet. The county falls within the Nashville Basin (MLRA 123) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 53.5 inches per year. January lows average around 28°F while July highs reach about 89°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 1,153 farms in Williamson County, operating across 134,957 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 117 acres. Top commodities include cattle, corn, and milk.
Quick Facts
| Region | Middle Tennessee |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Vegetables, Dairy, Horses, Fruit & tree nuts |
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 Williamson County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
144 Southeast Pkwy Ste 210, Franklin, TN 37064
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 Williamson County
The forage year in Williamson County runs from green-up in April to peak growth in June (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 41,198 acres of pastureland and 13,073 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Williamson County
About 25% of Williamson County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 38% of farms are small and 3% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 117 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Williamson County
Williamson County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cattle, grain, and corn. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for dairies, waste storage, nutrient management, and Dairy Margin Coverage; and for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Williamson County Operations
Based on Williamson County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize farmland preservation and support for beginning farmers entering high-value agricultural markets. Horse operations receive assistance for pasture management and facility development.
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 Williamson County: Cheatham County, Tennessee, Davidson County, Tennessee, Dickson County, Tennessee, Hickman County, Tennessee, Marshall County, Tennessee, and Maury County, Tennessee. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Williamson 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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