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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Hubbard County
Elevation across Hubbard County averages about 1,438 feet. The county falls within the Northern Minnesota Gray Drift (MLRA 57) land resource region.
The growing season in Hubbard County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 26.0 inches per year. January lows average around -2°F while July highs reach about 79°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 336 farms in Hubbard County, operating across 98,144 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 292 acres. Top commodities include corn, cattle, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Minnesota |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Goats, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Hubbard County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
603 North Central Avenue, Park Rapids, MN 56470
This county also has 1 additional FSA office. View all offices
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 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. 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 Hubbard County: Becker County, Minnesota, Beltrami County, Minnesota, Cass County, Minnesota, Clearwater County, Minnesota, and Wadena County, Minnesota. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Hubbard 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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