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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Cross County
Cross County is part of the Southern Mississippi Valley Loess land resource region (MLRA 134). The county's mean elevation is about 347 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Cross County sees 52.8 in of rain, a 61.5°F mean annual temperature.
Cross County carries 438 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 5,461 acres. 256 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,075 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Arkansas Delta |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Rice, Corn, Vegetables, Wheat, Grain sorghum |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 15+ 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 Cross County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
810 Highway 64 E Ste 15, Wynne, AR 72396
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 Cross County Operations
Based on Cross County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water management programs optimize rice irrigation while conserving groundwater resources for long-term sustainability. Conservation practices protect wetland habitats within agricultural landscapes.
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 Cross County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Crittenden County, Arkansas, Jackson County, Arkansas, Poinsett County, Arkansas, St. Francis County, Arkansas, and Woodruff County, Arkansas. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Cross 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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