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Calhoun County, Arkansas

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Heavily forested hills and valleys characterize this small county in the Ouachita foothills. The Ouachita River forms the county's eastern boundary.

Limited agriculture focused on small-scale livestock operations and timber management. Family farms raise cattle on cleared forest land with hay production for winter feeding.

Quick Facts
RegionSouth Arkansas
Top CommoditiesFruit & tree nuts, Vegetables, Horses, Goats, Poultry
Farms & Ranches~180 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~16,000 acres
Average Farm Size~134 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 "Calhoun 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 Calhoun County Operations

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

Programs focus on sustainable forest management and wildlife habitat creation. Small farm initiatives support part-time farming operations and rural development.

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 Calhoun County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Calhoun 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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