Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Power County
Power County is part of the Eastern Idaho Plateaus land resource region (MLRA 13). The county's mean elevation is about 5,010 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Power County sees 16.1 in of rain, a 214-day growing season, a 45.8°F mean annual temperature.
Power County carries 10,142 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 76,211 acres. 276 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,609 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeastern Idaho |
| Top Commodities | Vegetables, Wheat, Cattle & calves, Corn, Barley, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Power County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2769 Fairgrounds Rd, American Falls, ID 83211
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 Power County Operations
Based on Power County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water use efficiency improvements and soil health practices for potato production systems receive priority conservation funding. Programs address water quality protection in the Snake River watershed.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Power County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Bannock County, Idaho, Bingham County, Idaho, Blaine County, Idaho, Cassia County, Idaho, and Oneida County, Idaho. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Power County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Idaho guide: Idaho Farm Programs Guide
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