Park County, Montana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Park County includes the northern entrance to Yellowstone National Park and the Absaroka and Gallatin mountain ranges. The county features the Yellowstone River valley, Paradise Valley, and diverse mountain ecosystems.
Irrigated hay production dominates valley agriculture while cattle operations utilize mountain grazing permits and valley pastures. Agricultural tourism and direct marketing benefit from proximity to Yellowstone National Park.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Montana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Barley, Wheat, Horses, Poultry, Vegetables |
| Farms & Ranches | ~340 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~740,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~1,500 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 "Park 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 Park County Operations
Based on Park County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP funding emphasizes wildlife habitat enhancement and grazing management compatible with wildlife migration corridors. Conservation practices support sustainable agriculture while protecting the scenic and ecological values important to tourism.
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 Park County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Park County?"
Your Next Steps in Park 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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