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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Huron County
Huron County is part of the Erie-Huron Lake Plain land resource region (MLRA 99). The county's mean elevation is about 705 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Huron County sees 32.3 in of rain, a 244-day growing season, a 46.3°F mean annual temperature.
Huron County carries 56,449 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 1,187 acres. 1,217 farms operate in the county, averaging 374 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Thumb Region |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Cattle & calves, Corn, Wheat, Soybeans, Vegetables |
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 Huron County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1460 S Van Dyke Rd, Bad Axe, MI 48413
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 Huron County Operations
Based on Huron County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs focus on reducing phosphorus runoff to Lake Huron through precision nutrient application and cover crops. Technical assistance emphasizes tile drainage management and integrated pest management for specialty crops.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Huron County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Arenac County, Michigan, Bay County, Michigan, Iosco County, Michigan, Sanilac County, Michigan, and Tuscola County, Michigan. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Huron County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Michigan guide: Michigan Farm Programs Guide
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