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Murray County, Minnesota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Murray County features gently rolling prairie landscape with fertile soils ideal for row crop production. Lake Shetek State Park and the Des Moines River headwaters provide key water resources and recreational areas.

Agriculture dominates the county economy with extensive corn and soybean operations covering most farmland. Livestock operations include cattle feeding and swine production facilities integrated with crop farming.

Quick Facts
RegionSouthwest
Top CommoditiesCorn, Hogs, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Dairy, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~350,000 acres
Average Farm Size~445 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 "Murray 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 Murray County Operations

Based on Murray County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Conservation programs focus on soil health practices and water quality protection near Lake Shetek. Drainage management and cover crops are prioritized to reduce nutrient runoff.

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 Murray County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Murray 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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