Garfield County, Montana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Characterized by rolling prairie, badlands formations, and the Missouri River breaks along the northern border, with the Fort Peck Reservoir providing water recreation opportunities. The landscape features classic Great Plains topography with scattered coulees, pine-covered hills, and vast grassland expanses.
Extensive cattle ranching operations dominate the county, utilizing native mixed-grass prairie and requiring large acreages due to the semi-arid climate. Limited dryland farming occurs in suitable areas, producing wheat and hay primarily for local livestock feed.
Quick Facts
| Region | Eastern Montana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Sheep, Corn, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~95 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~2,330,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~9,800 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 "Garfield 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 Garfield County Operations
Based on Garfield County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Grassland conservation and drought management are primary focuses in this extensive ranching region. Programs support maintaining native prairie ecosystems while helping producers implement rotational grazing and other sustainable range management practices.
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 Garfield County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Garfield County?"
Your Next Steps in Garfield 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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