Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Hood County is located in the North Central Texas / Cross Timbers region of Texas. Agriculture here is anchored by cattle & calves, with the county’s operations reflecting the broader character of North Central Texas / Cross Timbers agriculture.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Texas / Cross Timbers |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Horses, Fruit & tree nuts, Goats, Sheep, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Hood County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
1321 Waters Edge Dr, Granbury, TX 76048
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
604 N Main St, Weatherford, TX 76086
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 Hood County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Hood County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Pasture improvement, water quality (Lake Granbury watershed), and brush management.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Cross-fencing, prescribed grazing, brush management, livestock water development, 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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Hood County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Erath County, Texas, Johnson County, Texas, Palo Pinto County, Texas, Parker County, Texas, and Somervell County, Texas. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Hood 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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