Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Graham County
Graham County is part of the Rolling Plains and Breaks land resource region (MLRA 73). The county's mean elevation is about 2,160 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Graham County sees 22.9 in of rain, a 275-day growing season, a 53.8°F mean annual temperature.
Graham County carries 8,172 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 153,753 acres. 347 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,153 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Kansas |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Corn, Cattle & calves, Grain sorghum, Soybeans, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Graham County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
100 N 12th Ave, Hill City, KS 67642
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 Graham County Operations
Based on Graham County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Grassland conservation programs target marginal cropland conversion to wildlife habitat and grazing land. Water quality protection around Cedar Bluff Reservoir is a conservation priority.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Graham County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Gove County, Kansas, Norton County, Kansas, Phillips County, Kansas, Rooks County, Kansas, Sheridan County, Kansas, and Trego County, Kansas. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Graham 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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