Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Randall County
Randall County averages 19.3 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 58.1°F.
Randall County's agricultural base centers on cattle, corn, and sorghum. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 843 farms working 583,884 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 3,855 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Texas Panhandle |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Grain sorghum, Cotton, Floriculture, Wheat |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Exceptional Drought (D4). LFP-eligible for 24+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
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 Randall County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2315 11th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015
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 Randall County
Randall County reported 3,855 head of cattle across roughly 351,032 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows May green-up and a June 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 Randall County.
Farm Structure in Randall County
Irrigation covers about 6% of farmland in Randall County, roughly 32,507 acres. Farms average 693 acres, with about 28% classed as small operations. Around 21% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Randall County
Randall County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cattle, grain, and corn. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election; and for rangeland, brush management. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Randall County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Randall County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Irrigation efficiency (Ogallala), Palo Duro Canyon management, soil health, and wind erosion.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Irrigation water management, cover crops, residue management, windbreak establishment, and nutrient 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 Randall County
Randall County shares borders with Armstrong County, Texas, Carson County, Texas, Castro County, Texas, Deaf Smith County, Texas, Oldham County, Texas, and Potter 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 Randall 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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