Story County, Iowa
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Gently rolling prairie with fertile glacial soils surrounding Iowa State University in Ames. The Skunk River system provides drainage and wildlife habitat while supporting high-quality agricultural land throughout the county.
Modern farming operations utilize cutting-edge technology and research partnerships with Iowa State University for precision agriculture. Corn and soybean production dominates with integrated livestock operations and emerging research into sustainable farming practices.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Iowa |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~520 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~300,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~280 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 "Story 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 Story County Operations
Based on Story County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize precision agriculture adoption and sustainable farming research in partnership with Iowa State University extension services. Conservation practices focus on advanced nutrient management and technology integration to optimize both productivity and environmental stewardship.
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 Story County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Story County?"
Your Next Steps in Story 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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