Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Glasscock County
Rainfall averages 17.3 inches per year. January lows average around 32°F while July highs reach about 95°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 188 farms in Glasscock County, operating across 517,077 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 2,750 acres. Top commodities include cotton, cattle, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Permian Basin / West Texas |
| Top Commodities | Cotton, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Corn, Sheep, Wheat |
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 Glasscock County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
3428 I-20 Frontage Road, Stanton, TX 79782
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
317 N Main, Garden City, TX 79739
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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 Glasscock County
The forage year in Glasscock County runs from green-up in August to peak growth in September (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 351,938 acres of pastureland and 814 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Glasscock County
About 24% of Glasscock County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 1% of farms are small and 36% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 2,750 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Glasscock County
With cattle and corn in the mix in Glasscock 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 Glasscock County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Glasscock County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Rangeland restoration, irrigation efficiency, and wind erosion.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Brush management, irrigation water management, cover crops, and livestock water development.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Glasscock County: Howard County, Texas, Martin County, Texas, Midland County, Texas, Reagan County, Texas, Sterling County, Texas, and Upton County, Texas. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Glasscock 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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