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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About King William County
King William County averages 46.5 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 334 days. Annual mean temperature is 58.3°F.
King William County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and wheat. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 122 farms working 57,926 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 948 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Middle Peninsula |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 King William County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
772 Richmond Beach Rd, Tappahannock, VA 22560
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 King William County Operations
Based on King William County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs focus on protecting the Mattaponi and Pamunkey River systems through riparian buffers and sustainable farming practices. Water quality protection emphasizes nutrient management and soil conservation in these important Chesapeake Bay tributaries.
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 King William County
King William County shares borders with Caroline County, Virginia, Hanover County, Virginia, King and Queen County, Virginia, and New Kent County, Virginia. 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 King William County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Virginia guide: Virginia Farm Programs Guide
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