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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About New Madrid County
Elevation across New Madrid County averages about 278 feet. The county falls within the Southern Mississippi River Alluvium (MLRA 131A) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 49.8 inches per year. January lows average around 28°F while July highs reach about 90°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 244 farms in New Madrid County, operating across 346,144 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,419 acres. Top commodities include soybeans, corn, and rice.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Missouri |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Corn, Rice, Wheat |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 13+ 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 New Madrid County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
495a Us Highway 61, New Madrid, MO 63869
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 New Madrid County Operations
Based on New Madrid County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Irrigation management and drainage systems are critical for optimizing production on delta farmland. Wetland restoration programs in the Mississippi River floodplain provide wildlife habitat while supporting flood management objectives.
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 New Madrid County: Fulton County, Kentucky, Dunklin County, Missouri, Mississippi County, Missouri, Pemiscot County, Missouri, Scott County, Missouri, and Stoddard County, Missouri. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in New Madrid 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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