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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Dallas County
Elevation across Dallas County averages about 1,028 feet. The county falls within the Ozark Highland (MLRA 116A) land resource region.
The growing season in Dallas County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 44.4 inches per year. January lows average around 22°F while July highs reach about 89°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 1,010 farms in Dallas County, operating across 166,832 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 165 acres. Top commodities include cattle, milk, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Missouri |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Dairy, Corn, Soybeans, Vegetables |
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 Dallas County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
1240 W Truman, Buffalo, MO 65622
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1333 E Broadway St, Bolivar, MO 65613
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 Dallas County Operations
Based on Dallas County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Silvopasture systems integrate trees with grazing operations to improve animal comfort and pasture productivity. Stream corridor protection focuses on maintaining water quality in the Niangua River watershed.
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 Dallas County: Camden County, Missouri, Greene County, Missouri, Hickory County, Missouri, Laclede County, Missouri, Polk County, Missouri, and Webster County, Missouri. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Dallas 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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