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Cass County, Nebraska
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Missouri and Platte River confluence area with rich bottomland soils and rolling loess hills. Extensive wetlands and backwater areas provide important waterfowl habitat.
High-productivity corn and soybean farms utilizing advanced irrigation technology and precision agriculture. Proximity to Omaha supports vegetable production, grain marketing, and custom farming operations.
Quick Facts
| Region | Eastern Nebraska |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Hogs, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries |
| Farms & Ranches | ~385 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~300,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~452 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 "Cass 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 Cass County Operations
Based on Cass County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Urban interface programs address nutrient management and pesticide use near residential areas. Wetland conservation efforts protect Missouri River floodplain ecosystems and reduce flood risks.
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 Cass County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Cass County?"
Your Next Steps in Cass County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Nebraska guide: Nebraska Farm Programs Guide
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