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Modoc County, California

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

High desert plateaus and volcanic terrain create a landscape of sagebrush, juniper, and mountain meadows above 4,000 feet elevation. Goose Lake and seasonal lakes provide water sources in this arid region.

Cattle and sheep ranching utilize extensive rangeland with operations adapted to high elevation and short growing seasons. Limited crop production focuses on hay and barley in irrigated valley areas.

Quick Facts
RegionNortheast
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Vegetables, Wheat, Floriculture, Sheep, Horses
Farms & Ranches~280 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~530,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,300 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 "Modoc 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 Modoc County Operations

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

Rangeland improvement programs enhance forage quality and wildlife habitat on extensive grazing lands. Weather-related assistance programs address challenges of extreme seasonal variations and drought conditions in high desert environments.

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 Modoc County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Modoc County

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

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