Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Juab County
Juab County averages 11.7 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 245 days. Annual mean temperature is 50.5°F.
Juab County's agricultural base centers on cattle, sheep, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 297 farms working 246,735 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 7,556 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Utah |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Poultry, Sheep, Corn, Horses, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 52+ 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 Juab County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
635 N Main St, Nephi, UT 84648
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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 Juab County Operations
Based on Juab County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CRP enrollment focuses on marginal dryland areas prone to soil erosion and provides wildlife habitat in the Great Basin ecosystem. EQIP programs emphasize water conservation and grazing management practices adapted to the semi-arid environment.
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 Juab County
Juab County shares borders with White Pine County, Nevada, Millard County, Utah, Sanpete County, Utah, Tooele County, Utah, and Utah County, Utah. 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 Juab 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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