Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Roberts County
The growing season in Roberts County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 21.9 inches per year. January lows average around 24°F while July highs reach about 94°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 119 farms in Roberts County, operating across 590,457 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 4,962 acres. Top commodities include corn, sorghum, and wheat.
Quick Facts
| Region | Eastern Panhandle |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Grain sorghum, Wheat, Sheep |
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 Roberts County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
122 E Water St., Miami, TX 79059
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
12125 E Frederic Ave, Pampa, TX 79065
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 Roberts County
The forage year in Roberts County runs from green-up in May to peak growth in May (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 9,266 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Roberts County
About 36% of Roberts County producers are 65 or older. The average farm runs 4,962 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Roberts County
Roberts County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were corn, sorghum, and wheat. 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 Roberts County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Roberts County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Rangeland health, Canadian River breaks, and playa conservation.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Prescribed grazing, brush management, playa lake restoration, and livestock water development.
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 Roberts County: Carson County, Texas, Gray County, Texas, Hansford County, Texas, Hemphill County, Texas, Hutchinson County, Texas, and Lipscomb County, Texas. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Roberts 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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