Ellis County, Kansas
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling plains and uplands characterize this county in the Smoky Hills region. Ellis is home to the historic Fort Hays and the Smoky Hill River valley.
Dryland wheat farming dominates the eastern portions while irrigated corn and sorghum are grown in river valleys. Cattle ranching operations utilize both native grasslands and crop residues for grazing.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Kansas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Grain sorghum, Corn, Soybeans, Hogs |
| Farms & Ranches | ~485 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~570,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~878 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Ellis 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 Ellis County Operations
Based on Ellis County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation practices focus on soil health improvement and erosion control on sloping terrain. CRP enrollment targets marginal cropland conversion to native grassland habitat.
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 Ellis County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Ellis County?"
Your Next Steps in Ellis 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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