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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Miller County
Miller County is part of the Western Coastal Plain land resource region (MLRA 133B). The county's mean elevation is about 292 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Miller County sees 51.7 in of rain, a 64.1°F mean annual temperature.
Miller County carries 8,924 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 39,818 acres. 360 farms operate in the county, averaging 450 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Arkansas |
| Top Commodities | Cotton, Poultry, Rice, Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 8+ 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 Miller County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
3023 E 9th St, Texarkana, AR 71854
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 Miller County Operations
Based on Miller County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Irrigation infrastructure development supports specialty crop production and improves drought resilience for traditional crops. Conservation programs address soil health in intensive cropping systems and forest management practices.
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 Miller County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Hempstead County, Arkansas, Lafayette County, Arkansas, Little River County, Arkansas, Bossier Parish, Louisiana, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, and Bowie County, Texas. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Miller 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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