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Goodhue County, Minnesota
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills with fertile prairie soils and the Mississippi River forming the eastern boundary with deep valley topography. Limestone bedrock creates some karst features while river terraces provide highly productive agricultural land.
Diversified farming with major dairy operations, corn, and soybean production utilizing the fertile upland soils. The county supports both large-scale grain production and intensive dairy farming with operations adapted to rolling terrain.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Minnesota |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Dairy, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Vegetables |
| Farms & Ranches | ~520 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~420,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~300 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Goodhue 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 Goodhue County Operations
Based on Goodhue County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize soil erosion control on sloping lands and water quality protection for the Mississippi River. Dairy facility improvements and nutrient management practices are prioritized to support the county's significant dairy industry.
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 Goodhue County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Goodhue County?"
Your Next Steps in Goodhue County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Minnesota guide: Minnesota Farm Programs Guide
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