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Hubbard County, Minnesota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Hubbard County contains over 200 lakes including the headwaters of the Mississippi River at Lake Itasca. The landscape features mixed forests, wetlands, and prairie openings with sandy soils and numerous recreational lakes.

Agriculture focuses on crops adapted to the shorter growing season and sandy soils, with potato production being particularly significant. Beef cattle operations utilize forest openings and marginal lands, while some dairy farming continues in areas with better soils.

Quick Facts
RegionNorth Central Minnesota
Top CommoditiesCorn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Goats, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~290 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~98,000 acres
Average Farm Size~292 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 "Hubbard 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 Hubbard County Operations

Based on Hubbard County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Conservation programs support forest management and wildlife habitat enhancement on marginal agricultural lands. Water quality protection around the numerous lakes and potato production areas receives special attention through nutrient management programs.

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 Hubbard County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Hubbard County

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

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