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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Red River Parish
Red River Parish is part of the Western Coastal Plain land resource region (MLRA 133B). The county's mean elevation is about 180 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Red River Parish sees 55.7 in of rain, a 65.6°F mean annual temperature.
Red River Parish carries 9,308 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 49,047 acres. 206 farms operate in the county, averaging 562 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Louisiana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Cotton, Soybeans, Horses, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 15+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
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 Red River Parish.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1311 Ringgold Ave, Coushatta, LA 71019
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.
Programs for Red River Parish Operations
Based on Red River Parish's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water management programs support Red River irrigation while protecting downstream water quality. Conservation practices help maintain soil health on sloping upland areas used for cattle grazing.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Red River Parish frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Bienville Parish, Louisiana, Bossier Parish, Louisiana, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, De Soto Parish, Louisiana, and Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Red River Parish
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Louisiana guide: Louisiana Farm Programs Guide
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