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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Grant County
Elevation across Grant County averages about 298 feet. The county falls within the Western Coastal Plain (MLRA 133B) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 54.8 inches per year. January lows average around 32°F while July highs reach about 93°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 250 farms in Grant County, operating across 68,153 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 273 acres. Top commodities include equine, equine, and hogs.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Arkansas |
| Top Commodities | Horses, Hogs, Goats |
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 Grant County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
220 Olive St Ste 3, Malvern, AR 72104
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 Grant County Operations
Based on Grant County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Forest management practices receive priority funding for timber stand improvement and wildlife habitat enhancement. Conservation programs support silvopasture systems that combine timber and livestock production.
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 Grant County: Cleveland County, Arkansas, Dallas County, Arkansas, Hot Spring County, Arkansas, Jefferson County, Arkansas, Pulaski County, Arkansas, and Saline County, Arkansas. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Grant 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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