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Butte County, Idaho

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

High elevation Snake River Plain with Big Lost River creating agricultural valleys surrounded by mountain ranges. Pioneer Mountains and Lost River Range frame this cold desert basin at 4,800 to 6,500 feet elevation.

Short-season irrigated agriculture adapted to high elevation and harsh winter conditions with emphasis on hardy small grains. Livestock operations utilize both irrigated pastures and extensive rangeland grazing permits.

Quick Facts
RegionEast Central Idaho
Top CommoditiesWheat, Barley, Floriculture, Horses, Hogs
Farms & Ranches~65 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~100,000 acres
Average Farm Size~680 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Butte County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.

What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.

Programs for Butte County Operations

Based on Butte County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

EQIP practices focus on protecting fragile high-desert soils through no-till systems and windbreak establishment. LFP provides critical support for livestock operations in areas with significant sage grouse habitat requirements.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Butte County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Butte County?"

Your Next Steps in Butte County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Idaho guide: Idaho Farm Programs Guide

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