Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Hall County
The county falls within the Central Rolling Red Plains, Western Part (MLRA 78B) land resource region.
The growing season in Hall County spans roughly 334 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 22.4 inches per year. January lows average around 28°F while July highs reach about 97°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 407 farms in Hall County, operating across 359,028 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 882 acres. Top commodities include cotton, cattle, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | Rolling Plains / Panhandle edge |
| Top Commodities | Cotton, Cattle & calves, Horses, Fruit & tree nuts, Goats, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 31+ 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 Hall County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
305 Avenue B NW, Childress, TX 79201
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
Ag Bldg, 1002 W Noel St, Memphis, TX 79245
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 Hall County
The forage year in Hall County runs from green-up in April to peak growth in June (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 210,665 acres of pastureland and 6,742 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Hall County
About 28% of Hall County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 4% of farms are small and 18% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 882 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Hall County
Hall 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 Hall County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Hall County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Rangeland health, brush management, and cropland soil health.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Brush management, prescribed grazing, cover crops, livestock water development, and playa lake conservation.
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 Hall County: Briscoe County, Texas, Childress County, Texas, Collingsworth County, Texas, Cottle County, Texas, Donley County, Texas, and Motley County, Texas. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Hall 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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