Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Situated between the Gulf of Alaska and the Saint Elias Mountains, this area features dramatic coastal plains backed by massive glaciers and icefields. The Yakutat Forelands provide some of the most accessible flat terrain in Southeast Alaska.
The relatively flat coastal plains allow for more extensive agricultural operations than typical in Southeast Alaska, with focus on hay production and small grains. Potato cultivation and market gardening take advantage of the long summer daylight hours, though the growing season remains short.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Alaska |
| Top Commodities | Hay, Potatoes, Small grains, Market vegetables |
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 Yakutat City and Borough.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
709 W. 9th St., Suite 285c, Juneau, AK 99801
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
800 E. Palmer-Wasilla Hwy., Palmer, AK 99645
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 Yakutat City and Borough Operations
Based on Yakutat City and Borough's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs support hay production infrastructure and soil improvement on the coastal plains. Conservation efforts focus on protecting wetland margins while developing agricultural potential of the forelands.
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
Your Next Steps in Yakutat City and Borough
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Alaska guide: Alaska Farm Programs Guide
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