Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Cassia County
Elevation across Cassia County averages about 6,301 feet. The county falls within the Owyhee High Plateau (MLRA 25) land resource region.
The growing season in Cassia County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 16.2 inches per year. January lows average around 19°F while July highs reach about 85°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 554 farms in Cassia County, operating across 657,664 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,187 acres. Top commodities include milk, cattle, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Idaho |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Cattle & calves, Corn, Wheat, Barley, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Cassia County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1361 E 16th St, Burley, ID 83318
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 Cassia County Operations
Based on Cassia County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports conversion from furrow to sprinkler irrigation systems to improve water use efficiency in drought-prone areas. CSP payments incentivize maintaining crop diversity and soil health practices in intensive grain production systems.
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 Cassia County: Blaine County, Idaho, Jerome County, Idaho, Minidoka County, Idaho, Oneida County, Idaho, Power County, Idaho, and Twin Falls County, Idaho. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Cassia County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Idaho guide: Idaho Farm Programs Guide
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