Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Kenedy County is located in the South Texas / Coastal region of Texas. Agriculture here is anchored by cattle & calves, with the county’s operations reflecting the broader character of South Texas / Coastal agriculture.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Texas / Coastal |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Kenedy County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
100 E. Kleberg Ave., Kingsville, TX 78363
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.
Farm Structure in Kenedy County
The 2022 Census of Agriculture puts Kenedy County at an average farm size of 33,339 acres, 4% small operations, and 24% of producers aged 65 or older. Those numbers shape which programs fit — your FSA and NRCS staff can tell you which ranking pool your operation falls into.
What Tends to Fit in Kenedy County
Kenedy County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cattle. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing, 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 Kenedy County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Kenedy County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Coastal rangeland management, wildlife habitat, and livestock water.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Prescribed burning, prescribed grazing, wildlife habitat management, 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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Kenedy County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Brooks County, Texas, Hidalgo County, Texas, Kleberg County, Texas, and Willacy County, Texas. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Kenedy 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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