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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Perry County
Elevation across Perry County averages about 293 feet. The county falls within the Ouachita Mountains (MLRA 119) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 52.6 inches per year. January lows average around 30°F while July highs reach about 92°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 339 farms in Perry County, operating across 68,311 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 202 acres. Top commodities include rice, cattle, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Arkansas |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Rice, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Hogs, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Exceptional Drought (D4). 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 Perry County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
235 Tilk Road, Conway, AR 72032
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
201 E Shady Lane, Morrilton, AR 72110
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 Perry County Operations
Based on Perry County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs focus on improving pasture management in the hills and protecting water quality along the Arkansas River. Wetland restoration projects support rice production sustainability.
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 Perry County: Conway County, Arkansas, Faulkner County, Arkansas, Garland County, Arkansas, Pulaski County, Arkansas, Saline County, Arkansas, and Yell County, Arkansas. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Perry 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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