Stillwater County, Montana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Stillwater County features the Yellowstone River valley, Beartooth Mountains, and portions of the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. The county includes diverse landscapes from river bottoms to alpine peaks and significant mineral resources.
Irrigated agriculture produces hay, small grains, and sugar beets in valley areas while cattle operations utilize mountain grazing permits. Agricultural activities compete with mining and recreational land uses.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Montana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Sheep, Barley, Corn, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~195 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~570,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~1,200 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 "Stillwater 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 Stillwater County Operations
Based on Stillwater County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports irrigation efficiency improvements and wildlife habitat enhancement in the Yellowstone River valley. Conservation practices emphasize sustainable agriculture while protecting water quality and wildlife migration corridors.
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 Stillwater County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Stillwater County?"
Your Next Steps in Stillwater 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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