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Marion County, Arkansas

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Ozark Mountains terrain features Bull Shoals Lake and the White River creating water resources among rugged hills. Steep ridges, valleys, and clear streams characterize this mountainous landscape.

Small cattle operations utilize hillside pastures and valley areas where topography permits agricultural use. Limited hay production and some poultry enterprises adapt to the constraints of mountainous Ozark terrain.

Quick Facts
RegionNorth Central Arkansas
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Goats, Horses, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts
Farms & Ranches~320 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~150,000 acres
Average Farm Size~311 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Marion County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.

What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.

Programs for Marion County Operations

Based on Marion County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Pasture management and erosion control on steep slopes receive priority conservation funding and technical assistance. Water system development helps cattle operations access reliable water sources in mountainous terrain.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Marion County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Marion County?"

Your Next Steps in Marion County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Arkansas guide: Arkansas Farm Programs Guide

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