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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Kandiyohi County
Kandiyohi County lies in the Central Iowa and Minnesota Till Prairies (MLRA 103) region. Elevation averages about 1,183 feet.
Kandiyohi County averages 29.0 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 214 days. Annual mean temperature is 43.6°F.
Kandiyohi County's agricultural base centers on corn, milk, and soybeans. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,252 farms working 494,447 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 17,155 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Minnesota |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Poultry, Dairy, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
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 Kandiyohi County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1005 High Ave NE, Willmar, MN 56201
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 Kandiyohi County Operations
Based on Kandiyohi County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Lake water quality protection drives conservation programs focusing on nutrient management and buffer strips around agricultural fields. Livestock waste management systems receive priority funding to protect the county's numerous recreational lakes.
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
Counties Bordering Kandiyohi County
Kandiyohi County shares borders with Chippewa County, Minnesota, Meeker County, Minnesota, Pope County, Minnesota, Renville County, Minnesota, Stearns County, Minnesota, and Swift County, Minnesota. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Kandiyohi 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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