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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Wilson County
Wilson County is part of the Nashville Basin land resource region (MLRA 123). The county's mean elevation is about 787 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Wilson County sees 54.0 in of rain, a 58.9°F mean annual temperature.
Wilson County carries 26,398 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 68,096 acres. 1,443 farms operate in the county, averaging 125 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Middle Tennessee |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Horses, Vegetables, 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 Wilson County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
925 E Baddour Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37087
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 Wilson County Operations
Based on Wilson County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Tobacco transition programs help farmers diversify into vegetables and other specialty crops for Nashville area markets. Conservation programs support nutrient management and soil health practices on intensively farmed land.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Wilson County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Cannon County, Tennessee, Davidson County, Tennessee, DeKalb County, Tennessee, Rutherford County, Tennessee, Smith County, Tennessee, and Sumner County, Tennessee. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Wilson 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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