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Lake of the Woods County, Minnesota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Lake of the Woods County borders Canada with the massive Lake of the Woods forming the northern boundary and extensive peat bogs and forests covering much of the landscape. The terrain includes wetlands, rocky areas, and limited agricultural land concentrated in the southern portions.

Agriculture is limited to areas with suitable soils and drainage, focusing primarily on hay production and cattle grazing. Small grain production and some root crops serve local markets, while most of the county remains in forest and wetland cover.

Quick Facts
RegionNorthwest Minnesota
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Wheat, Barley, Corn, Poultry, Hogs
Farms & Ranches~95 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~110,000 acres
Average Farm Size~588 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 "Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods County Operations

Based on Lake of the Woods County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Wetland conservation and wildlife habitat programs dominate due to the county's extensive bog and forest ecosystems. Agricultural programs focus on maintaining the limited farming base and supporting grazing management in forest openings.

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 Lake of the Woods County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Lake of the Woods 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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