Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Burleson County
Burleson County lies in the Texas Claypan Area, Southern Part (MLRA 87A) region. Elevation averages about 366 feet.
Burleson County averages 40.8 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 68.2°F.
Burleson County's agricultural base centers on cattle, corn, and cotton. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,528 farms working 300,620 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 59,690 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Brazos Valley |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Corn, Cotton, Fruit & tree nuts |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Burleson County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
305 W. Buck Street, Caldwell, TX 77836
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.
Forage and Grazing in Burleson County
Burleson County reported 59,690 head of cattle across roughly 168,809 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a June growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Burleson County.
Farm Structure in Burleson County
Irrigation covers about 3% of farmland in Burleson County, roughly 9,770 acres. Farms average 197 acres, with about 26% classed as small operations. Around 29% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Burleson County
With cattle and corn in the mix in Burleson County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and brush management (rangeland). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Burleson County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Burleson County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Pasture improvement, soil health on cropland, water quality, and livestock infrastructure.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Cross-fencing, prescribed grazing, cover crops, nutrient management, livestock water development, and heavy use area protection.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. It takes 2 minutes and generates a personalized action packet you can print and bring to your USDA office.
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
Counties Bordering Burleson County
Burleson County shares borders with Brazos County, Texas, Lee County, Texas, Milam County, Texas, Robertson County, Texas, and Washington County, Texas. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Burleson County
- Run the eligibility screener to see which programs fit your operation: Free Screener
- Find your local USDA Service Center and call to schedule a meeting: Service Center Locator
- Read the full Texas guide for statewide program details, deadlines, and office contacts: Texas Farm Programs Guide
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