Pershing County, Nevada
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Humboldt River flows through agricultural valleys surrounded by the Humboldt Range and Antelope Range. The Humboldt Sink creates extensive wetland and alkali flat areas.
Irrigated alfalfa production along the Humboldt River supports cattle ranching operations utilizing both valley and upland grazing. Large-scale operations manage cattle across diverse terrain from river bottoms to mountain slopes.
Quick Facts
| Region | North-Central Nevada |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Horses, Goats, Sheep, Poultry |
| Farms & Ranches | ~75 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~290,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~2,100 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Pershing 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 Pershing County Operations
Based on Pershing County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water management practices optimize Humboldt River irrigation while protecting downstream wetland habitats. Rangeland improvements focus on sustainable grazing practices across the county's extensive public and private grazing lands.
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 Pershing County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Pershing County?"
Your Next Steps in Pershing County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Nevada guide: Nevada Farm Programs Guide
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