Grant County, Kansas
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Level High Plains terrain with access to Ogallala Aquifer groundwater resources. The county sits in the heart of the intensive irrigation agriculture region of western Kansas.
Center pivot irrigation systems support extensive corn, wheat, and sorghum production on large-scale operations. Cattle feeding and some dairy operations utilize locally grown feed grains.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Kansas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Wheat, Grain sorghum, Soybeans, Sheep |
| Farms & Ranches | ~265 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~360,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~1,200 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 "Grant 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 Grant County Operations
Based on Grant County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water conservation and precision agriculture technologies are emphasized to maximize irrigation efficiency. Soil health programs promote practices that improve water infiltration and retention.
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 Grant County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Grant County?"
Your Next Steps in Grant 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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