Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Sevier County
Sevier County averages 16.4 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 214 days. Annual mean temperature is 45.4°F.
Sevier County's agricultural base centers on cattle, milk, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 642 farms working 115,336 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 16,843 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Utah |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Dairy, Corn, Horses, Vegetables, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 52+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Sevier County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
340 N 600 E, Richfield, UT 84701
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 Sevier County
Sevier County reported 16,843 head of cattle across roughly 63,570 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a July 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 Sevier County.
Farm Structure in Sevier County
Irrigation covers about 24% of farmland in Sevier County, roughly 27,720 acres. Farms average 180 acres, with about 56% classed as small operations. Around 21% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Sevier County
With cattle and milk in the mix in Sevier County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); waste storage, nutrient management, and Dairy Margin Coverage (dairies); and 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 Sevier County Operations
Based on Sevier County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP emphasizes irrigation modernization and livestock waste management systems throughout the Sevier Valley agricultural corridor. Conservation programs support habitat management for sage-grouse and other wildlife species while maintaining productive agriculture.
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 Sevier County
Sevier County shares borders with Beaver County, Utah, Emery County, Utah, Millard County, Utah, Piute County, Utah, Sanpete County, Utah, and Wayne 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 Sevier 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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