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Ashley County, Arkansas

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling hills transition to bottomland along the Ouachita River in the eastern portion. Extensive timber lands cover much of the county with scattered agricultural valleys.

Mixed farming system with row crops in river bottoms and livestock operations on upland pastures. Cotton and soybeans dominate cropland while beef cattle graze improved pastures.

Quick Facts
RegionSouth Arkansas
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Corn, Cotton, Poultry, Rice, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~380 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~150,000 acres
Average Farm Size~455 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 "Ashley 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 Ashley County Operations

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

Programs emphasize erosion control on sloping cropland and pasture improvement for grazing operations. Wildlife habitat enhancement supports hunting lease income.

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 Ashley County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Ashley County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Arkansas guide: Arkansas Farm Programs Guide

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