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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Missaukee County
Missaukee County is part of the Northern Michigan Sandy Highlands land resource region (MLRA 94A). The county's mean elevation is about 1,225 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Missaukee County sees 33.6 in of rain, a 214-day growing season, a 44.3°F mean annual temperature.
Missaukee County carries 32,342 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 5,494 acres. 344 farms operate in the county, averaging 343 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northern Lower Peninsula |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Cattle & calves, Corn, Poultry, Floriculture, Fruit & tree nuts |
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 Missaukee County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
7192 E 34 Rd, Cadillac, MI 49601
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 Missaukee County Operations
Based on Missaukee County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Grazing operations utilize rotational systems and pasture improvements supported by EQIP. CRP provides important waterfowl habitat around numerous lakes and wetlands.
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 Missaukee County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Clare County, Michigan, Crawford County, Michigan, Grand Traverse County, Michigan, Kalkaska County, Michigan, Osceola County, Michigan, and Roscommon County, Michigan. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Missaukee 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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