Coconino County, Arizona

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Encompasses the Colorado Plateau with elevations ranging from 2,000 to 12,633 feet at Humphreys Peak. The county includes parts of the Grand Canyon, Painted Desert, and extensive ponderosa pine forests.

Limited agricultural activity due to high elevation and short growing seasons, with small-scale hay production and cattle grazing. Most farming occurs in scattered valleys and on forest grazing permits.

Quick Facts


Region	North Central Arizona
Top Commodities	Cattle & calves, Sheep, Vegetables, Horses, Goats, Fruit & tree nuts
Farms & Ranches	~180 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~5,510,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~2,700 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Coconino County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.

What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.

Programs for Coconino County Operations

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

EQIP supports high-altitude pasture improvements and wildlife-friendly fencing for forest grazing operations. Disaster assistance programs are crucial for producers facing frequent drought and winter weather challenges.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Coconino County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Coconino County?"

Your Next Steps in Coconino County

Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
Read the Arizona guide: Arizona Farm Programs Guide

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