Missoula County, Montana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Missoula County encompasses five major river valleys including the Clark Fork, Bitterroot, and Blackfoot rivers with surrounding mountain ranges. The county features the University of Montana and diverse landscapes from river bottoms to alpine peaks.
Irrigated farming in river valleys produces hay, small grains, and specialty crops while cattle operations utilize both valley pastures and mountain grazing. Agricultural diversity includes organic farming, direct marketing, and agritourism near urban areas.
Quick Facts
| Region | Western Montana |
| Top Commodities | Horses, Floriculture, Honey, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Sheep |
| Farms & Ranches | ~620 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~340,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~561 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 "Missoula 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 Missoula County Operations
Based on Missoula County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports organic transition and sustainable farming practices for operations near urban markets. Conservation programs emphasize riparian restoration and wildlife habitat enhancement in multiple river valley systems.
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 Missoula County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Missoula County?"
Your Next Steps in Missoula 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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