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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Gasconade County
Elevation across Gasconade County averages about 842 feet. The county falls within the Ozark Highland (MLRA 116A) land resource region.
The growing season in Gasconade County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 43.4 inches per year. January lows average around 21°F while July highs reach about 88°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 727 farms in Gasconade County, operating across 192,365 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 265 acres. Top commodities include cattle, soybeans, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Missouri |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Wheat, 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 Gasconade County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
316 Olive St, Owensville, MO 65066
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 Gasconade County Operations
Based on Gasconade County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Rotational grazing systems improve pasture productivity while reducing erosion on sloping terrain. Stream corridor management protects water quality in the scenic Gasconade 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 Gasconade County: Crawford County, Missouri, Franklin County, Missouri, Maries County, Missouri, Montgomery County, Missouri, Osage County, Missouri, and Phelps County, Missouri. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Gasconade 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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