Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Knox County is located in the Rolling Plains region of Texas. Agriculture here is anchored by cotton, with the county’s operations reflecting the broader character of Rolling Plains agriculture.
Quick Facts
| Region | Rolling Plains |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Cotton, Sheep, Horses, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 10+ 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 Knox County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
3950 Fm 1292, Knox City, TX 79529
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 Knox County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Knox County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Rangeland health, brush management, and soil health on cropland.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Brush management, prescribed grazing, cover crops, livestock water development, and cross-fencing.
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 Knox County
Knox County shares borders with Baylor County, Texas, Foard County, Texas, Haskell County, Texas, King County, Texas, Stonewall County, Texas, and Throckmorton 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 Knox 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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