Crosby County, Texas: USDA programs and conservation funding

440
Farms & Ranches
576K
Acres in Agriculture
1,309
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$6.9M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cotton, Cattle, Grain, Corn, Wheat
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Crosby County, Texas has 440 farms working 576,011 agricultural acres (average 1,309 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $6.9 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cotton, Cattle, Grain. Vegetation typically peaks in Sep, defining the primary growing season.

Programs likely to fit Crosby County operations

With 440 farms averaging 1,309 acres, a cotton and cattle commodity base, vegetation peaking near Sep at 0.37 NDVI, these are the federal programs most worth a closer look. Every program is competitive — confirm fit with your local USDA office.

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About Crosby County

Crosby County lies in the Southern High Plains, Southern Part (MLRA 77C) region. Elevation averages about 3,040 feet.

Crosby County averages 20.8 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 61.5°F.

Crosby County's agricultural base centers on cotton, cattle, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 440 farms working 576,011 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 633 head.

Quick Facts
RegionRolling Plains / South Plains
Top CommoditiesCotton, Cattle & calves, Corn, Wheat, Horses, Hogs

Current Conditions

Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 5+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.

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 Crosby County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

402 S Ayrshire St, Crosbyton, TX 79322

(806) 675-2961

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 Crosby County

Crosby County reported 633 head of cattle across roughly 267,805 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows July green-up and a September 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 Crosby County.

Farm Structure in Crosby County

Irrigation covers about 8% of farmland in Crosby County, roughly 48,858 acres. Farms average 1,309 acres, with about 4% classed as small operations. Around 30% of operators are 65 or older.

What Tends to Fit in Crosby County

Crosby County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cotton, cattle, and grain. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election; and for rangeland, brush management. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.

Programs for Crosby County Operations

Based on the agricultural profile of Crosby County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:

Irrigation efficiency, soil health, wind erosion, and rangeland improvement.

Commonly funded practices in this area: Irrigation water management, cover crops, residue management, brush management, and windbreak establishment.

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 Crosby County

Crosby County shares borders with Dickens County, Texas, Floyd County, Texas, Garza County, Texas, Hale County, Texas, Kent County, Texas, and Lubbock 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 Crosby County

  1. Run the eligibility screener to see which programs fit your operation: Free Screener
  2. Find your local USDA Service Center and call to schedule a meeting: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the full Texas guide for statewide program details, deadlines, and office contacts: Texas Farm Programs Guide

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Related program guides

EQIP Prescribed GrazingCSPEQIP Water DevelopmentEQIP Brush ManagementCRPEQIP Fencing

Vegetation Baseline

0.28
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.37
Peak season (Sep)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Crosby 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.