Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Loving County is located in the Trans-Pecos / Permian Basin region of Texas. Agriculture here is anchored by cattle & calves, with the county’s operations reflecting the broader character of Trans-Pecos / Permian Basin agriculture.
Quick Facts
| Region | Trans-Pecos / Permian Basin |
| Top Commodities | Grain sorghum |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Loving County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1417 W 3rd St, Pecos, TX 79772
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 Loving County
Loving County reported 2,786 head of cattle across roughly 423,260 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows June green-up and a August growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Loving County.
Farm Structure in Loving County
Farms average 38,563 acres. Around 24% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Loving County
With grain and sorghum in the mix in Loving County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Loving County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Loving County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Desert rangeland and livestock water.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Livestock water development, prescribed grazing, and brush management.
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 Loving County
Loving County shares borders with Eddy County, New Mexico, Lea County, New Mexico, Reeves County, Texas, Ward County, Texas, and Winkler 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 Loving 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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