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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Carroll County
Elevation across Carroll County averages about 802 feet. The county falls within the Iowa and Missouri Heavy Till Plain (MLRA 109) land resource region.
The growing season in Carroll County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 40.3 inches per year. January lows average around 19°F while July highs reach about 88°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 960 farms in Carroll County, operating across 393,921 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 410 acres. Top commodities include corn, soybeans, and wheat.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Missouri |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Horses, Vegetables, Grain sorghum |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
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 Carroll County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1405 Hwy 65 N Ste A, Carrollton, MO 64633
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 Carroll County Operations
Based on Carroll County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize soil health improvement and water quality protection in the Grand River watershed. Technical assistance supports cover crop systems and precision nutrient management.
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 Carroll County: Caldwell County, Missouri, Chariton County, Missouri, Lafayette County, Missouri, Livingston County, Missouri, Ray County, Missouri, and Saline County, Missouri. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Carroll County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Missouri guide: Missouri Farm Programs Guide
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