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Valley County, Nebraska

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Transitional landscape between the Platte Valley and Sandhills with diverse topography and soil types. The North Loup River flows through providing water resources and bottomland areas.

Diversified operations combine irrigated crops in valley areas with dryland farming and cattle grazing on uplands. Center pivot irrigation supports corn production while native range provides cattle grazing.

Quick Facts
RegionCentral Nebraska
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Grain sorghum, Honey, Horses
Farms & Ranches~240 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~260,000 acres
Average Farm Size~994 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 "Valley 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 Valley County Operations

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

Irrigation efficiency and grassland management receive program priority in this diverse landscape. Conservation practices support both intensive crop production and sustainable rangeland 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 Valley County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Valley 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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