Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Mohave County
Mohave County lies in the Colorado Plateau (MLRA 35) region. Elevation averages about 5,117 feet.
Mohave County averages 9.9 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 63.1°F.
Mohave County's agricultural base centers on cattle, equine, and equine. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 274 farms working 753,799 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 17,878 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Arizona |
| Top Commodities | Fruit & tree nuts, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Horses, Poultry, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 18+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
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 Mohave County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
145 S Main St, Fredonia, AZ 86022
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1585 S Plaza Way Ste 120, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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 Mohave County
Mohave County reported 17,878 head of cattle across roughly 652,127 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows November green-up and a November growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Mohave County.
Farm Structure in Mohave County
Irrigation covers about 4% of farmland in Mohave County, roughly 26,849 acres. Farms average 2,751 acres, with about 42% classed as small operations. Around 30% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Mohave County
With cattle and equine in the mix in Mohave County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and brush management (rangeland). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Mohave County Operations
Based on Mohave County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports water development and range improvements across vast desert grazing operations. CRP enrollment helps restore native vegetation and control erosion on marginal desert agricultural lands.
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 Mohave County
Mohave County shares borders with Coconino County, Arizona, La Paz County, Arizona, Yavapai County, Arizona, San Bernardino County, California, Clark County, Nevada, and Lincoln County, Nevada. 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 Mohave 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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