Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Mitchell County
The county falls within the Central Rolling Red Plains, Western Part (MLRA 78B) land resource region.
Rainfall averages 20.5 inches per year. January lows average around 31°F while July highs reach about 96°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 459 farms in Mitchell County, operating across 582,475 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,269 acres. Top commodities include cattle, cotton, and wheat.
Quick Facts
| Region | Rolling Plains / West Texas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Cotton, Wheat, Sheep, Hogs, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). 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 Mitchell County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
G -Kell Bldg, 2302 C N Hwy 208, Colorado City, TX 79512
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 Mitchell County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Mitchell County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Rangeland restoration, brush management, and soil health.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Mitchell County: Borden County, Texas, Coke County, Texas, Fisher County, Texas, Howard County, Texas, Nolan County, Texas, and Scurry County, Texas. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Mitchell 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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