Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Bremer County
Bremer County lies in the Eastern Iowa and Minnesota Till Prairies (MLRA 104) region. Elevation averages about 1,050 feet.
Bremer County averages 37.7 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 214 days. Annual mean temperature is 46.6°F.
Bremer County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and hogs. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,009 farms working 240,688 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 8,650 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Iowa |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Poultry, Dairy, Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
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 Bremer County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1510 3rd Street SW, Waverly, IA 50677
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 Bremer County Operations
Based on Bremer County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland restoration and prairie pothole conservation are important environmental priorities. Dairy operations focus on nutrient management and pasture systems that protect water quality.
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
Counties Bordering Bremer County
Bremer County shares borders with Black Hawk County, Iowa, Buchanan County, Iowa, Butler County, Iowa, Chickasaw County, Iowa, Fayette County, Iowa, and Floyd County, Iowa. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Bremer County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Iowa guide: Iowa Farm Programs Guide
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