Randolph County, Missouri: USDA programs and conservation funding

791
Farms & Ranches
212K
Acres in Agriculture
268
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$16.7M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Grain, Soybeans, Corn, Cattle, Hogs
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Randolph County, Missouri has 791 farms working 212,214 agricultural acres (average 268 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $16.7 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Grain, Soybeans, Corn. Vegetation typically peaks in May, defining the primary growing season.

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Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

About Randolph County

Randolph County sits within the Iowa and Missouri Heavy Till Plain (MLRA 109) region. Elevation averages about 827 feet.

Temperatures in Randolph County range from a January mean low of 19°F to a July mean high near 87°F. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. Expect about 275 frost-free days.

Randolph County ran 791 farms, 212,214 acres of farmland, and 14,754 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: soybeans, corn, and cattle.


Quick Facts

RegionNorth Central Missouri
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Hogs, Wheat, Fruit & tree nuts

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 Randolph County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

2995 County Road 1325, Moberly, MO 65270

(660) 263-1169

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 Randolph County Operations

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

Flood management and soil conservation are priorities in the Missouri River corridor. Nutrient management plans address intensive livestock and crop production needs.

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

Bordering Counties

If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Audrain County, Missouri, Boone County, Missouri, Chariton County, Missouri, Howard County, Missouri, Macon County, Missouri, and Monroe County, Missouri. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.

Your Next Steps in Randolph 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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Related program guides

EQIP FencingCSPCRP

Vegetation Baseline

0.42
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.82
Peak season (May)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Randolph County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.