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Midland County, Michigan

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Features the Tittabawassee River valley with generally flat to gently rolling terrain and productive agricultural soils. The landscape includes both river bottom lands and upland areas with good drainage.

Intensive row crop agriculture dominates with extensive corn, soybean, and sugar beet production on fertile soils. Some dairy operations and hay production complement the grain farming, with modern equipment and techniques widely used.

Quick Facts
RegionEast Central Michigan
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Wheat, Poultry
Farms & Ranches~320 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~87,000 acres
Average Farm Size~158 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 "Midland 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 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 — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Midland County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

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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