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Kimball County, Nebraska

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Kimball County features high plains terrain with gently rolling hills and draws in the far western panhandle. The county sits at high elevation with Kimball being one of Nebraska's highest incorporated towns.

Dryland wheat farming predominates on the uplands while irrigated corn and sugar beets grow in valley areas. Cattle operations utilize both cropland and native range in this semi-arid environment.

Quick Facts
RegionWestern Nebraska
Top CommoditiesCorn, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Grain sorghum, Barley, Soybeans
Farms & Ranches~290 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~610,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,400 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 "Kimball 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 Kimball County Operations

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

CRP addresses wind erosion concerns on marginal cropland through grass seeding and windbreak establishment. EQIP promotes water conservation through efficient irrigation systems and dryland farming techniques.

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 Kimball County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Kimball 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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