Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About La Salle County
La Salle County is part of the Northern Rio Grande Plain land resource region (MLRA 83A).
Based on 1991–2020 normals, La Salle County sees 22.6 in of rain, a 72.0°F mean annual temperature.
La Salle County carries 4,292 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 424,507 acres. 344 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,606 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Texas / Brush Country |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Deer, Horses, Poultry, Goats, Honey |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Exceptional Drought (D4). LFP-eligible for 52+ 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 La Salle County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
403 N Main St, Cotulla, TX 78014
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
411 E Colorado St, Pearsall, TX 78061
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 La Salle County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of La Salle County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Brush management, wildlife habitat, and livestock water.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Brush management (mesquite, blackbrush), prescribed burning, livestock water development, wildlife habitat management, and prescribed grazing.
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 La Salle County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Atascosa County, Texas, Dimmit County, Texas, Duval County, Texas, Frio County, Texas, McMullen County, Texas, and Webb County, Texas. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in La Salle 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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