Montgomery County, Iowa
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling prairie landscape dissected by the Nodaway River and numerous tributaries. Viking Lake State Park provides recreational opportunities within the agricultural setting.
Corn and soybean production on rolling prairie soils with conservation practices to manage erosion. Cattle operations integrate grazing with crop production on farms with diverse topography.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Iowa |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Hogs, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~425 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~240,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~488 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 "Montgomery 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 Montgomery County Operations
Based on Montgomery County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Nodaway River watershed programs focus on reducing sediment and nutrient loading. Conservation tillage and cover crops help protect the rolling prairie soils from erosion.
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 Montgomery County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Montgomery County?"
Your Next Steps in Montgomery 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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