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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Boone County
Boone County lies in the Ozark Highland (MLRA 116A) region. Elevation averages about 1,198 feet.
Boone County averages 46.8 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 334 days. Annual mean temperature is 57.4°F.
Boone County's agricultural base centers on cattle, equine, and equine. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,076 farms working 222,741 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 38,776 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Arkansas |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Horses, Sheep, Fruit & tree nuts, Hogs |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 13+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
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 Boone County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
402 N Walnut St Ste 127, Harrison, AR 72601
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 Boone County Operations
Based on Boone County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize stream protection and erosion control on steep slopes. Grazing management practices protect water quality in the Buffalo River watershed.
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 Boone County
Boone County shares borders with Carroll County, Arkansas, Marion County, Arkansas, Newton County, Arkansas, Searcy County, Arkansas, and Taney County, Missouri. 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 Boone County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Arkansas guide: Arkansas Farm Programs Guide
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