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DeKalb County, Missouri

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Nearly level to gently rolling prairie provides some of Missouri's most productive agricultural soils. Weldon River and 102 River drain the area, with most land cleared for agricultural production.

Large-scale grain farming dominates with corn-soybean rotations on the prime prairie soils. Cattle operations and some swine production complement the row crop enterprises on many farms.

Quick Facts
RegionNorthwest Missouri
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Swine, Wheat
Farms & Ranches~260 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~280,000 acres (approx.)
Average Farm Size~1,080 acres (approx.)

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 "DeKalb 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 DeKalb County Operations

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

Soil conservation practices focus on preventing erosion on fields with long slopes despite the generally flat terrain. Wetland restorations in scattered low areas provide wildlife habitat while managing excess water.

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 DeKalb County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in DeKalb County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Missouri guide: Missouri Farm Programs Guide

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