Iosco County, Michigan

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Sandy soils and jack pine forests dominate this Lake Huron coastal county. The Au Sable River and numerous inland lakes create wetland complexes throughout the region.

Limited agriculture on sandy soils focuses primarily on hay production and small livestock operations. Potato cultivation and Christmas tree farming utilize the well-drained sandy conditions.

Quick Facts


Region	Northeastern Lower Michigan
Top Commodities	Dairy, Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries
Farms & Ranches	~195 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~28,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~127 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Iosco 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 Iosco County Operations

Based on Iosco County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Conservation programs focus on windbreak establishment and soil stabilization on highly erodible sandy soils. Technical assistance emphasizes irrigation system efficiency and nutrient management for specialty crops.

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 Iosco County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Iosco County?"

Your Next Steps in Iosco 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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