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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Morgan County
Elevation across Morgan County averages about 4,332 feet. The county falls within the Central High Plains, Southern Part (MLRA 67B) land resource region.
The growing season in Morgan County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 15.0 inches per year. January lows average around 14°F while July highs reach about 90°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 653 farms in Morgan County, operating across 592,714 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 908 acres. Top commodities include cattle, milk, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Colorado |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Dairy, Corn, Wheat, Hogs, Poultry |
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 Morgan County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
200 W Railroad Ave, Fort Morgan, CO 80701
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 Morgan County Operations
Based on Morgan County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water management programs optimize South Platte River irrigation allocations and promote efficient technologies like drip irrigation and precision agriculture. Soil health initiatives address intensive cultivation impacts through cover cropping and nutrient management programs.
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 Morgan County: Adams County, Colorado, Logan County, Colorado, Washington County, Colorado, and Weld County, Colorado. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Morgan County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Colorado guide: Colorado Farm Programs Guide
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