Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Dickens County
Dickens County lies in the Central Rolling Red Plains, Western Part (MLRA 78B) region. Elevation averages about 2,295 feet.
Dickens County averages 22.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 62.5°F.
Dickens County's agricultural base centers on cattle, cotton, and equine. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 498 farms working 575,827 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 9,287 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Rolling Plains |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Cotton, Horses, Goats, Fruit & tree nuts, Hogs |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 14+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
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 Dickens County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
312 Willard Ave, Spur, TX 79370
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 Dickens County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Dickens County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Rangeland restoration, brush management, and livestock water.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Brush management, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, range planting, and cross-fencing.
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 Dickens County
Dickens County shares borders with Cottle County, Texas, Crosby County, Texas, Floyd County, Texas, Garza County, Texas, Kent County, Texas, and King 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 Dickens 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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