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Winona County, Minnesota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Winona County features dramatic river bluffs and deep valleys along the Mississippi River with steep, heavily forested hills extending inland. The topography creates a mix of fertile river bottomland and challenging upland terrain with limestone bedrock.

Dairy farming is the primary agricultural enterprise, well-suited to the rolling hills and valleys that excel at forage production. Crop production focuses on corn silage, hay, and soybeans grown primarily to support the dairy industry.

Quick Facts
RegionSoutheast Minnesota
Top CommoditiesDairy, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Hogs, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~485 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~300,000 acres
Average Farm Size~298 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 "Winona 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 Winona County Operations

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

Conservation practices emphasize soil erosion control on steep slopes and water quality protection for the Mississippi River. Programs promote contour farming, terracing, and forested riparian buffers to prevent sediment and 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 Winona County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Winona 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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