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Hickory County, Missouri

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Pomme de Terre Lake and Stockton Lake dominate the landscape along with rolling Ozark hills and timber. The impounded waters create recreational opportunities while surrounding hills provide grazing land for livestock.

Cattle ranching adapted to rolling terrain and lake shoreline characterizes most agricultural operations. Limited hay production supports livestock enterprises, while some farms integrate agritourism with lake recreation.

Quick Facts
RegionSouthwest Missouri
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Dairy, Soybeans, Corn, Poultry, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~320 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~180,000 acres
Average Farm Size~382 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 "Hickory County" 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 Hickory County Operations

Based on Hickory County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Shoreline management practices protect water quality in the lakes while maintaining access for livestock watering. Rotational grazing systems help maximize carrying capacity on the limited agricultural land.

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 Hickory County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Hickory County?"

Your Next Steps in Hickory County

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

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