Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Roosevelt County
Roosevelt County lies in the Northern Dark Brown Glaciated Plains (MLRA 53A) region. Elevation averages about 2,181 feet.
Roosevelt County averages 14.0 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 214 days. Annual mean temperature is 41.6°F.
Roosevelt County's agricultural base centers on wheat and cattle. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 368 farms working 1,218,335 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 16,493 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Montana |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Cattle & calves, Barley, Corn, Soybeans, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Roosevelt County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
508 6th St E, Culbertson, MT 59218
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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 Roosevelt County Operations
Based on Roosevelt County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CRP provides important wildlife habitat around Fort Peck Lake and protects highly erodible cropland throughout the county. EQIP supports diversified crop rotations including pulse crops and grazing management on extensive ranch operations.
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
Counties Bordering Roosevelt County
Roosevelt County shares borders with Daniels County, Montana, McCone County, Montana, Richland County, Montana, Sheridan County, Montana, Valley County, Montana, and McKenzie County, North Dakota. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Roosevelt 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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