Prairie County, Montana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Prairie County features rolling prairie with the Yellowstone River forming the southern boundary and extensive grasslands throughout. The county includes typical Great Plains topography with scattered coulees and seasonal wetlands.
Dryland farming produces spring wheat and barley while cattle ranching utilizes native grasslands and crop aftermath. Operations are adapted to low precipitation with emphasis on soil moisture conservation.
Quick Facts
| Region | Eastern Montana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Wheat, Barley, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~85 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~590,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~4,200 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 "Prairie 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 Prairie County Operations
Based on Prairie County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CRP enrollment provides critical soil erosion protection and wildlife habitat in this semi-arid farming region. EQIP supports flexible crop-livestock systems and drought management strategies for large-scale operations.
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 Prairie County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Prairie County?"
Your Next Steps in Prairie 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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