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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Chicot County
Elevation across Chicot County averages about 122 feet. The county falls within the Southern Mississippi River Alluvium (MLRA 131A) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 56.2 inches per year. January lows average around 35°F while July highs reach about 92°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 209 farms in Chicot County, operating across 276,268 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,322 acres. Top commodities include soybeans, cotton, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Arkansas Delta |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Cotton, Corn, Rice, Wheat, Sheep |
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 Chicot County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
3219 S Highway 65 & 82, Lake Village, AR 71653
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 Chicot County Operations
Based on Chicot County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize water management for irrigation and wetland conservation in the Mississippi flyway. Conservation tillage practices protect valuable Delta soils.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Chicot County: Ashley County, Arkansas, Desha County, Arkansas, Drew County, Arkansas, East Carroll Parish, Louisiana, Morehouse Parish, Louisiana, and West Carroll Parish, Louisiana. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Chicot 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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