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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Ramsey County
Elevation across Ramsey County averages about 954 feet. The county falls within the Wisconsin and Minnesota Thin Loess and Till (MLRA 90A) land resource region.
The growing season in Ramsey County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 32.5 inches per year. January lows average around 7°F while July highs reach about 82°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 47 farms in Ramsey County, operating across 799 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 17 acres. Top commodities include flowering plants, potted, transplants, and hemp.
Quick Facts
| Region | Metro |
| Top Commodities | Floriculture, 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 Ramsey County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
430 3rd Street; Suite 250, Farmington, MN 55024
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 Ramsey County Operations
Based on Ramsey County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Urban agriculture programs support community food systems and beginning farmer opportunities. Conservation practices focus on water quality protection in the Mississippi River watershed.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Ramsey County: Anoka County, Minnesota, Dakota County, Minnesota, Hennepin County, Minnesota, and Washington County, Minnesota. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Ramsey 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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