Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Haskell County
Elevation across Haskell County averages about 2,943 feet. The county falls within the Central High Tableland (MLRA 72) land resource region.
The growing season in Haskell County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 19.5 inches per year. January lows average around 19°F while July highs reach about 93°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 199 farms in Haskell County, operating across 334,602 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,681 acres. Top commodities include cattle, corn, and sorghum.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Kansas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Grain sorghum, Wheat, Soybeans, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Haskell County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
101 Spud St, Sublette, KS 67877
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.
Forage and Grazing in Haskell County
The forage year in Haskell County runs from green-up in June to peak growth in July (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 40,451 acres of pastureland and 413,827 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Haskell County
About 34% of Haskell County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 4% of farms are small and 30% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 1,681 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Haskell County
With cattle and corn in the mix in Haskell County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and brush management (rangeland). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Haskell County Operations
Based on Haskell County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water conservation and irrigation efficiency improvements are critical in this Ogallala Aquifer-dependent region. Programs support adoption of precision agriculture technologies and soil health practices.
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 Haskell County: Finney County, Kansas, Grant County, Kansas, Gray County, Kansas, Kearny County, Kansas, Meade County, Kansas, and Seward County, Kansas. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Haskell 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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