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Randolph County, Arkansas

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Randolph County straddles Crowley's Ridge and extends into the Mississippi Delta lowlands, with the Black River forming the eastern boundary. The landscape transitions from the wooded hills of Crowley's Ridge to flat Delta farmland.

Agriculture varies dramatically across the county, with rice and soybeans dominating the Delta portion while cattle and hay production prevail on Crowley's Ridge. The diverse topography supports varied farming systems within a single county.

Quick Facts
RegionNortheastern Arkansas
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Rice, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Sheep, Horses
Farms & Ranches~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~250,000 acres
Average Farm Size~366 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 "Randolph 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 Randolph County Operations

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

Programs address both Delta irrigation needs and upland soil conservation on Crowley's Ridge. Water management and precision agriculture support intensive row crop production in the lowlands.

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 Randolph County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Randolph 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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