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Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Coastal marshes and prairies dominate the southern portion while pine forests cover the northern uplands. The Calcasieu River system creates fertile bottomland areas ideal for agriculture and aquaculture operations.

Rice production utilizes the flat coastal prairie with sophisticated water management systems and rotational flooding. Cattle ranching integrates with rice farming, utilizing winter grazing on rice stubble and improved pastures.

Quick Facts
RegionSouthwest Louisiana
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Rice, Horses, Poultry, Vegetables, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~615 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~280,000 acres
Average Farm Size~361 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 "Calcasieu Parish" 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 Calcasieu Parish Operations

Based on Calcasieu Parish's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Coastal restoration programs integrate agricultural and environmental goals through strategic wetland management. Hurricane preparedness and recovery assistance are essential due to Gulf Coast exposure.

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 Calcasieu Parish's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Calcasieu Parish?"

Your Next Steps in Calcasieu Parish

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

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