Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Fannin County
Fannin County lies in the Texas Blackland Prairie, Northern Part (MLRA 86A) region. Elevation averages about 629 feet.
Fannin County averages 44.3 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 63.8°F.
Fannin County's agricultural base centers on cattle, wheat, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 2,108 farms working 417,464 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 62,787 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Blackland Prairie / North Texas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses, Soybeans |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 13+ 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 Fannin County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2504 N Center St, Bonham, TX 75418
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 Fannin County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Fannin County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Soil health, water quality in the Red River watershed, and pasture improvement.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Cover crops, nutrient management, cross-fencing, prescribed grazing, and riparian buffers.
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 Fannin County
Fannin County shares borders with Bryan County, Oklahoma, Collin County, Texas, Delta County, Texas, Grayson County, Texas, Hunt County, Texas, and Lamar 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 Fannin 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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