Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Terry County
Terry County is part of the Southern High Plains, Southern Part land resource region (MLRA 77C).
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Terry County sees 17.3 in of rain, a 334-day growing season, a 61.3°F mean annual temperature.
Terry County carries 8,624 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 63,041 acres. 669 farms operate in the county, averaging 850 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Plains |
| Top Commodities | Cotton, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Wheat, Corn, Grain sorghum |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Terry County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
208 W Broadway St, Brownfield, TX 79316
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 Terry County
Satellite vegetation data (2021–2025 average) shows forage in Terry County greening up around June and peaking in September. The county carries about 63,041 acres of pastureland. Your county’s official normal grazing period is set by FSA and can differ from the satellite curve — confirm it with your local office, since it determines which drought weeks count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Terry County
The 2022 Census of Agriculture puts Terry County at an average farm size of 850 acres, 8% small operations, 23% of producers aged 65 or older, and about 102,527 acres irrigated. Those numbers shape which programs fit — your FSA and NRCS staff can tell you which ranking pool your operation falls into.
What Tends to Fit in Terry County
With corn and wheat in the mix in Terry County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Terry County Operations
Based on the agricultural profile of Terry County, these programs are most likely to be relevant:
Irrigation efficiency (Ogallala), wind erosion, and soil health.
Commonly funded practices in this area: Irrigation water management, cover crops, residue management, windbreak establishment, and range planting.
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 Terry County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Cochran County, Texas, Dawson County, Texas, Gaines County, Texas, Hockley County, Texas, Lubbock County, Texas, and Lynn County, Texas. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Terry 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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