Midland County, Michigan: USDA programs and conservation funding

549
Farms & Ranches
87K
Acres in Agriculture
158
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$2.5M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Grain, Soybeans, Corn, Field Crops, Other, Cattle
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Midland County, Michigan has 549 farms working 86,940 agricultural acres (average 158 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $2.5 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Grain, Soybeans, Corn. Vegetation typically peaks in Jun, defining the primary growing season.

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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

RegionEast Central Michigan
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, 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

(989) 832-3651

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

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Michigan guide: Michigan Farm Programs Guide

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Related program guides

CSP

Vegetation Baseline

0.56
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.88
Peak season (Jun)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Midland County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.