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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Lee County
Lee County is part of the Southern Mississippi Valley Loess land resource region (MLRA 134). The county's mean elevation is about 222 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Lee County sees 52.2 in of rain, a 62.3°F mean annual temperature.
Lee County carries 800 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 1,779 acres. 221 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,387 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Arkansas |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Cotton, Corn, Rice, Wheat, Grain sorghum |
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 Lee County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
32 South Poplar St, Marianna, AR 72360
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 Lee County Operations
Based on Lee County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water management infrastructure improvements focus on irrigation efficiency and tailwater recovery systems. Conservation programs emphasize nutrient management and soil health practices in intensive rice production systems.
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 Lee County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Crittenden County, Arkansas, Monroe County, Arkansas, Phillips County, Arkansas, St. Francis County, Arkansas, and Tunica County, Mississippi. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Lee 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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