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Rawlins County, Kansas

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

High plains terrain with rolling hills and the North Fork Republican River valley cutting through the county. Features chalk bluffs and scattered limestone outcrops with elevations reaching over 3,200 feet.

Predominantly dryland wheat farming with significant cattle ranching operations utilizing native grasslands. Limited irrigation supports some corn production, while most cropland relies on natural precipitation patterns.

Quick Facts
RegionNorthwest Kansas
Top CommoditiesWheat, Cattle & calves, Corn, Grain sorghum, Soybeans
Farms & Ranches~285 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~630,000 acres
Average Farm Size~2,000 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Rawlins 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 Rawlins County Operations

Based on Rawlins County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

CRP enrollment is substantial due to highly erodible soils and marginal precipitation conditions. CSP promotes grazing management practices and crop rotation systems adapted to the semi-arid climate.

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 Rawlins County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Rawlins County?"

Your Next Steps in Rawlins County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Kansas guide: Kansas Farm Programs Guide

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