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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Carroll County
Carroll County is part of the Ozark Highland land resource region (MLRA 116A). The county's mean elevation is about 1,244 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Carroll County sees 46.8 in of rain, a 334-day growing season, a 57.4°F mean annual temperature.
Carroll County carries 71,595 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 122,059 acres. 904 farms operate in the county, averaging 274 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Arkansas |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Sheep, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 12+ 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 Carroll County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
909a Freeman Switch Rd, Berryville, AR 72616
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 Carroll County Operations
Based on Carroll County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation practices focus on steep slope management and stream corridor protection. Programs support sustainable grazing systems adapted to mountain terrain.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Carroll County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Benton County, Arkansas, Boone County, Arkansas, Madison County, Arkansas, Newton County, Arkansas, Barry County, Missouri, and Stone County, Missouri. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Carroll 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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