Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Collin County
Collin County is part of the Texas Blackland Prairie, Northern Part land resource region (MLRA 86A). The county's mean elevation is about 512 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Collin County sees 41.1 in of rain, a 64.7°F mean annual temperature.
Collin County carries 33,482 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 85,808 acres. 2,330 farms operate in the county, averaging 85 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Blackland Prairie / North Texas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Floriculture, Wheat, Corn, Horses, Grain sorghum |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Collin County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1404 N Mcdonald St, Mckinney, TX 75071
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 Collin County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Collin County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Soil health on Blackland Prairie, urban-edge agricultural preservation, and water quality.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Cover crops, nutrient management, cross-fencing, prescribed grazing, 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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Collin County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Dallas County, Texas, Denton County, Texas, Fannin County, Texas, Grayson County, Texas, Hunt County, Texas, and Rockwall County, Texas. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Collin 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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