Lincoln County, Montana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Lincoln County encompasses the Cabinet Mountains and portions of the Kootenai National Forest with Koocanusa Reservoir formed by Libby Dam. The county features dense coniferous forests, mountain valleys, and the Kootenai River system.
Small-scale farming occurs in mountain valleys with emphasis on hay production and small grain crops. Livestock operations focus on beef cattle that graze forest service allotments and private pastures.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Montana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Floriculture, Poultry, Fruit & tree nuts, Sheep |
| Farms & Ranches | ~220 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~50,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~199 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 "Lincoln 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 Lincoln County Operations
Based on Lincoln County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP funding supports forest grazing management and riparian protection along mountain streams. Programs emphasize wildlife habitat enhancement and erosion control on steep mountain slopes used for grazing.
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 Lincoln County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Lincoln County?"
Your Next Steps in Lincoln 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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