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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Marshall County
Marshall County lies in the Glacial Lake Agassiz, Tallgrass Aspen Parklands (MLRA 56B) region. Elevation averages about 1,089 feet.
Marshall County averages 22.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 214 days. Annual mean temperature is 39.3°F.
Marshall County's agricultural base centers on soybeans and wheat. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,072 farms working 912,128 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 4,323 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Minnesota |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Wheat, Corn, Barley, Cattle & calves, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
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 Marshall County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
105 S Division St, Warren, MN 56762
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 Marshall County Operations
Based on Marshall County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Drainage management and soil conservation address the challenges of farming flat clay soils with limited natural drainage. Water quality programs focus on nutrient management and erosion control to protect the Red Lake River and downstream water resources.
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 Marshall County
Marshall County shares borders with Beltrami County, Minnesota, Kittson County, Minnesota, Pennington County, Minnesota, Polk County, Minnesota, Roseau County, Minnesota, and Grand Forks County, North Dakota. 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 Marshall 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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