Thurston County, Nebraska

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling loess hills overlook the Missouri River bottomlands with diverse soil types and topography. Much of the county lies within the Omaha and Winnebago Indian reservations.

Mixed farming operations combine crop production on better soils with cattle grazing on steeper terrain. Corn, soybeans, and hay production support both grain marketing and livestock enterprises.

Quick Facts


Region	Northeast Nebraska
Top Commodities	Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Barley, Berries
Farms & Ranches	~110 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~160,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~655 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 "Thurston 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 Thurston County Operations

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

Programs support tribal agricultural development and beginning farmer opportunities within the reservation areas. Conservation practices focus on soil erosion control and sustainable grazing management.

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 Thurston County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Thurston 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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