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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Midland County
Elevation across Midland County averages about 637 feet. The county falls within the Erie-Huron Lake Plain (MLRA 99) land resource region.
The growing season in Midland County spans roughly 244 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 32.3 inches per year. January lows average around 16°F while July highs reach about 83°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 549 farms in Midland County, operating across 86,940 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 158 acres. Top commodities include soybeans, corn, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | East Central Michigan |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Wheat, Poultry |
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 Midland County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
954 E Isabella Rd, Midland, MI 48640
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 Midland County Operations
Based on Midland County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Row crop operations focus on nutrient management and cover crop adoption through CSP. Drainage system improvements and precision agriculture practices are supported through EQIP funding.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Midland County: Bay County, Michigan, Clare County, Michigan, Gladwin County, Michigan, Gratiot County, Michigan, Isabella County, Michigan, and Saginaw County, Michigan. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Midland 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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