Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Millard County
Millard County averages 10.1 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 245 days. Annual mean temperature is 51.2°F.
Millard County's agricultural base centers on milk, cattle, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 519 farms working 384,052 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 11,867 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Utah |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Cattle & calves, Corn, Wheat, Honey, Sheep |
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 Millard County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
65 W 100 N, Fillmore, UT 84631
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 Millard County Operations
Based on Millard County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP programs emphasize irrigation efficiency and groundwater conservation in the large-scale hay production systems. Rangeland management practices focus on sustainable grazing across extensive Great Basin shrubland ecosystems.
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 Millard County
Millard County shares borders with Lincoln County, Nevada, White Pine County, Nevada, Beaver County, Utah, Juab County, Utah, Sanpete County, Utah, and Sevier 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 Millard 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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