Blaine County, Montana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling prairie grassland stretches to the Canadian border, broken by the Bears Paw Mountains in the south and numerous coulees and creek valleys. The county sits in the heart of the northern Great Plains with Fort Belknap Indian Reservation covering much of the southern portion.
Dryland wheat farming dominates the northern areas, following summer fallow rotations typical of the northern plains. Cattle ranching utilizes native grasslands and crop residues, with some irrigated hay production in creek bottoms.
Quick Facts
| Region | North-Central Montana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Honey, Horses, Sheep |
| Farms & Ranches | ~210 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~1,880,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~4,900 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Blaine 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 Blaine County Operations
Based on Blaine County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs target wind and water erosion control through strategic crop residue management and grassland restoration. Support focuses on drought resilience and maintaining soil health in the challenging semi-arid environment.
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 Blaine County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Blaine County?"
Your Next Steps in Blaine County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Montana guide: Montana Farm Programs Guide
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