Smith County, Kansas
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills with the Solomon River valley and numerous tributaries creating diverse agricultural land. Features limestone formations, native grasslands, and post rock limestone historical significance.
Wheat-cattle operations combining dryland cropping with cow-calf enterprises on native and improved pastures. Valley farms often utilize irrigation while upland areas focus on dryland wheat and forage production.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Kansas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Wheat, Grain sorghum, Sheep, Poultry |
| Farms & Ranches | ~385 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~550,000 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 "Smith 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 Smith County Operations
Based on Smith County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CSP supports integrated crop-livestock systems and native grassland conservation practices. CRP enrollment targets riparian areas and highly erodible cropland for soil and water conservation.
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 Smith County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Smith County?"
Your Next Steps in Smith 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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