Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Coffey County
Coffey County lies in the Cherokee Prairies (MLRA 112) region. Elevation averages about 1,072 feet.
Coffey County averages 38.8 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 55.8°F.
Coffey County's agricultural base centers on cattle, soybeans, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 644 farms working 314,123 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 9,281 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | East Central Kansas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Wheat, Dairy, Grain sorghum |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
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 Coffey County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
313 Cross St, Burlington, KS 66839
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 Coffey County Operations
Based on Coffey County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Tallgrass prairie conservation through CSP supports prescribed burning and native species management for cattle grazing. Water quality initiatives focus on riparian buffers and nutrient management around John Redmond Reservoir.
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
Counties Bordering Coffey County
Coffey County shares borders with Allen County, Kansas, Anderson County, Kansas, Franklin County, Kansas, Greenwood County, Kansas, Lyon County, Kansas, and Osage County, Kansas. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Coffey 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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