Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Wibaux County
Elevation across Wibaux County averages about 2,940 feet. The county falls within the Rolling Soft Shale Plain (MLRA 54) land resource region.
The growing season in Wibaux County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 15.8 inches per year. January lows average around 7°F while July highs reach about 85°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 113 farms in Wibaux County, operating across 407,570 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 3,607 acres. Top commodities include cattle, wheat, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Montana |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Corn, Barley, Horses, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 18+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Wibaux County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
502 2nd Avenue NW, Wibaux, MT 59353
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.
Forage and Grazing in Wibaux County
The forage year in Wibaux County runs from green-up in May to peak growth in June (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 299,718 acres of pastureland and 8,596 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Wibaux County
About 24% of Wibaux County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 2% of farms are small and 37% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 3,607 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Wibaux County
With cattle and corn in the mix in Wibaux County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and brush management (rangeland). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Wibaux County Operations
Based on Wibaux County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Range management and livestock watering systems are priority conservation practices in this arid region. Cross-fencing and rotational grazing systems help improve forage utilization on native rangelands.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Wibaux County: Dawson County, Montana, Fallon County, Montana, Prairie County, Montana, Richland County, Montana, Golden Valley County, North Dakota, and McKenzie County, North Dakota. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Wibaux 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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