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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: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
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.
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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