Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Daggett County
Daggett County averages 14.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 184 days. Annual mean temperature is 42.1°F.
Daggett County's agricultural base centers on cattle, equine, and equine. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 49 farms working 15,397 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 1,147 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Utah |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Horses, Hogs |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 52+ 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 Daggett County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
80 N 500 W, Vernal, UT 84078
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 Daggett County
Daggett County reported 1,147 head of cattle across roughly 8,984 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a May 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 Daggett County.
Farm Structure in Daggett County
Irrigation covers about 39% of farmland in Daggett County, roughly 5,967 acres. Farms average 314 acres, with about 32% classed as small operations. Around 32% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Daggett County
Given the operation mix in Daggett County, the practices that most often come up are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing for grazing operations; cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground; and waste management and nutrient planning for confined livestock operations. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.
Programs for Daggett County Operations
Based on Daggett County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP programs focus on grazing system improvements and wildlife habitat enhancement in the mountainous terrain. Limited programs reflect the small agricultural footprint and emphasis on sustainable mountain rangeland management.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
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 Daggett County
Daggett County shares borders with Moffat County, Colorado, Duchesne County, Utah, Summit County, Utah, Uintah County, Utah, and Sweetwater County, Wyoming. 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 Daggett County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Utah guide: Utah Farm Programs Guide
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