Lyon County, Iowa
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Prairie coteau landscape with the Little Rock River and numerous small lakes. Iowa's westernmost county features level to gently rolling terrain ideal for agriculture.
Intensive corn and soybean production on highly productive prairie soils with minimal erosion concerns. Large-scale hog operations and cattle feeding complement the grain production base.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Iowa |
| Top Commodities | Hogs, Cattle & calves, Corn, Dairy, Soybeans, Floriculture |
| Farms & Ranches | ~425 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~320,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~311 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 "Lyon 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 Lyon County Operations
Based on Lyon County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water quality programs focus on managing nutrients from intensive livestock operations. Wind erosion control becomes important during dry periods on the open prairie landscape.
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 Lyon County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Lyon County?"
Your Next Steps in Lyon 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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