Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Nolan County
Rainfall averages 23.1 inches per year. January lows average around 32°F while July highs reach about 95°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 443 farms in Nolan County, operating across 403,121 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 910 acres. Top commodities include cattle, cotton, and wheat.
Quick Facts
| Region | Rolling Plains / West Central Texas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Cotton, Wheat, Goats, Horses, Hogs |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Nolan County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
103 W Florida St, Sweetwater, TX 79556
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 Nolan County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Nolan County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Rangeland health, brush management, soil health, and wind erosion.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Brush management, prescribed grazing, cover crops, windbreak establishment, 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 Nolan County: Coke County, Texas, Fisher County, Texas, Jones County, Texas, Mitchell County, Texas, Runnels County, Texas, and Scurry County, Texas. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Nolan 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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