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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Lincoln County
The growing season in Lincoln County spans roughly 245 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 13.1 inches per year. January lows average around 22°F while July highs reach about 85°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 719 farms in Lincoln County, operating across 1,109,276 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,543 acres. Top commodities include wheat and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | Eastern Washington |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Sheep, Fruit & tree nuts |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Lincoln County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1310 Morgan St, Davenport, WA 99122
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 Lincoln County Operations
Based on Lincoln County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Soil conservation practices emphasize no-till systems and residue management to prevent erosion on steep palouse slopes. CRP enrollment targets highly erodible areas and provides wildlife habitat corridors within intensive wheat production landscapes.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Lincoln County: Adams County, Washington, Ferry County, Washington, Grant County, Washington, Okanogan County, Washington, Spokane County, Washington, and Stevens County, Washington. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Lincoln County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Washington guide: Washington Farm Programs Guide
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