Guthrie County, Iowa
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills and steep-sided valleys create diverse topography, with the Middle Raccoon River and its tributaries carving deep channels through the landscape. Springbrook State Park preserves oak-hickory forests and prairie remnants in the more rugged terrain.
Mixed farming operations adapt to the varied topography, with corn and soybeans on the better ground and cattle grazing the steeper pastures. Many farms integrate crop and livestock enterprises to make full use of both tillable fields and permanent grassland.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Iowa |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Horses, Floriculture, Sheep |
| Farms & Ranches | ~450 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~320,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~358 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Guthrie 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 Guthrie County Operations
Based on Guthrie County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Grazing management programs promote rotational systems and pasture improvement on the extensive grasslands. Stream bank stabilization projects target the Middle Raccoon River watershed to reduce erosion and sedimentation.
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 Guthrie County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Guthrie County?"
Your Next Steps in Guthrie 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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