Sheridan County, Montana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Sheridan County features rolling prairie with Medicine Lake National Wildlife Refuge and extensive wetland complexes. The county sits in the prairie pothole region with numerous seasonal and permanent water bodies.
Dryland farming produces spring wheat, barley, and canola while cattle operations utilize native grasslands and wetland margins. Farming practices are adapted to work around numerous wetlands and wildlife habitat areas.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Montana |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Cattle & calves, Barley, Sheep, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~200 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~990,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~2,200 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 "Sheridan 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 Sheridan County Operations
Based on Sheridan County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CRP and CREP programs protect sensitive wetland margins and provide crucial waterfowl habitat throughout the prairie pothole landscape. EQIP supports farming practices that integrate agricultural production with wetland and grassland conservation.
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 Sheridan County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Sheridan County?"
Your Next Steps in Sheridan 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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