Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Teton County
Teton County is part of the Northern and Central Rocky Mountain Foothills land resource region (MLRA 46). The county's mean elevation is about 4,103 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Teton County sees 17.2 in of rain, a 214-day growing season, a 42.0°F mean annual temperature.
Teton County carries 17,057 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 379,269 acres. 610 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,498 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Montana |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Cattle & calves, Barley, Poultry, Dairy, Corn |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 52+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
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 Teton County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1102 Main Ave N, Choteau, MT 59422
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 Teton County Operations
Based on Teton County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP projects emphasize wildlife habitat enhancement and grazing management compatible with grizzly bear conservation along the Rocky Mountain Front. Conservation practices support sustainable agriculture while protecting critical wildlife corridors and habitat.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Teton County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Cascade County, Montana, Chouteau County, Montana, Flathead County, Montana, Lewis and Clark County, Montana, and Pondera County, Montana. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Teton 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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