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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Crittenden County
Elevation across Crittenden County averages about 220 feet. The county falls within the Southern Mississippi River Alluvium (MLRA 131A) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 54.0 inches per year. January lows average around 32°F while July highs reach about 91°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 247 farms in Crittenden County, operating across 354,875 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,437 acres. Top commodities include soybeans, rice, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Arkansas Delta |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Rice, Corn, Cotton, Vegetables, Floriculture |
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 Crittenden County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1 Natural Resources Dr, Marion, AR 72364
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 Crittenden County Operations
Based on Crittenden County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs focus on maintaining soil health in intensive cropping systems and managing irrigation water efficiently. Wetland conservation supports waterfowl habitat in the Mississippi flyway.
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 Crittenden County: Cross County, Arkansas, Lee County, Arkansas, Mississippi County, Arkansas, Poinsett County, Arkansas, St. Francis County, Arkansas, and DeSoto County, Mississippi. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Crittenden 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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