Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About San Augustine County
San Augustine County is part of the Western Coastal Plain land resource region (MLRA 133B).
Based on 1991–2020 normals, San Augustine County sees 54.8 in of rain, a 66.3°F mean annual temperature.
San Augustine County carries 3,724 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 15,429 acres. 227 farms operate in the county, averaging 165 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | East Texas / Piney Woods |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses, Hogs |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 13+ 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 San Augustine County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
813 W Columbia St, San Augustine, TX 75972
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1122 N. University Dr., #144, Nacogdoches, TX 75961
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 San Augustine County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of San Augustine County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Forest management, pasture improvement, and water quality.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Forest stand improvement, prescribed burning, cross-fencing, prescribed grazing, and riparian buffers.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in San Augustine County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Angelina County, Texas, Jasper County, Texas, Nacogdoches County, Texas, Sabine County, Texas, and Shelby County, Texas. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in San Augustine 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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