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Lyon County, Minnesota
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Lyon County features prairie landscape with the Redwood River flowing through the county and level to gently rolling fertile soils. The terrain consists of glacial till plains with scattered wetlands and the historic Jeffers Petroglyphs preserving ancient prairie heritage.
Intensive agriculture utilizes the rich prairie soils for corn and soybean production with large-scale farming operations. Livestock enterprises including hog and cattle feeding complement the grain production on the highly productive farmland.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Minnesota |
| Top Commodities | Hogs, Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Sheep |
| Farms & Ranches | ~380 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~420,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~489 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 "Lyon 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 Lyon County Operations
Based on Lyon County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Prairie restoration and grassland conservation programs preserve remnant ecosystems while supporting modern agriculture. Water quality protection for the Redwood River emphasizes nutrient management and soil conservation on the intensively cropped landscape.
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 Lyon County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Lyon County?"
Your Next Steps in Lyon 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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