Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Lincoln County
Elevation across Lincoln County averages about 4,888 feet. The county falls within the Northern Rocky Mountains (MLRA 43A) land resource region.
The growing season in Lincoln County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 32.0 inches per year. January lows average around 19°F while July highs reach about 78°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 251 farms in Lincoln County, operating across 50,005 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 199 acres. Top commodities include cattle, cut flowers & cut cultivated greens, and tomatoes.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Montana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Floriculture, Poultry, Fruit & tree nuts, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Lincoln County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
949 Highway 93 North, Eureka, MT 59917
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
133 Interstate Ln, Kalispell, MT 59901
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
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. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Lincoln County: Bonner County, Idaho, Boundary County, Idaho, Flathead County, Montana, and Sanders County, Montana. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
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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