Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Cheyenne County
Elevation across Cheyenne County averages about 3,457 feet. The county falls within the Central High Tableland (MLRA 72) land resource region.
The growing season in Cheyenne County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 18.8 inches per year. January lows average around 17°F while July highs reach about 91°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 401 farms in Cheyenne County, operating across 645,026 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,609 acres. Top commodities include corn, wheat, and sorghum.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Kansas |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Wheat, Grain sorghum, Soybeans, Horses, Hogs |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 4+ 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 Cheyenne County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
614b West Business Us Hwy 36, St Francis, KS 67756
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 Cheyenne County Operations
Based on Cheyenne County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CRP focuses on soil erosion prevention and wildlife habitat establishment in marginal wheat ground. Drought management programs provide emergency feed assistance and support water conservation practices for livestock operations.
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 Cheyenne County: Kit Carson County, Colorado, Yuma County, Colorado, Rawlins County, Kansas, Sherman County, Kansas, and Dundy County, Nebraska. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Cheyenne County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Kansas guide: Kansas Farm Programs Guide
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