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Keith County, Nebraska

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Keith County features sandy soils and mixed-grass prairie terrain in the North Platte River valley. Lake McConaughy, Nebraska's largest reservoir, dominates the southern portion of the county.

Irrigation from the North Platte River and groundwater supports extensive corn and soybean production on sandy soils. Cattle ranching operations utilize both irrigated pastures and native rangeland throughout the county.

Quick Facts
RegionWestern Nebraska
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Grain sorghum, Horses
Farms & Ranches~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~440,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,300 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Keith 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 Keith County Operations

Based on Keith County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

EQIP supports center pivot irrigation efficiency improvements and soil conservation on sandy soils. CRP enrollments focus on protecting fragile sandy areas and creating wildlife habitat around Lake McConaughy.

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 Keith County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Keith County?"

Your Next Steps in Keith County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Nebraska guide: Nebraska Farm Programs Guide

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