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Benson County, North Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Glacial lake plain with Devils Lake dominating the eastern portion and numerous smaller lakes throughout. The terrain is generally flat with scattered wetlands.

Mixed farming operations growing wheat, barley, canola, and soybeans where drainage permits. Cattle grazing is common on marginal lands and around lake areas.

Quick Facts
RegionNorth Central
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Wheat, Corn, Barley, Cattle & calves, Bison
Farms & Ranches~290 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~640,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,700 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 "Benson 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 Benson County Operations

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

Water management and flooding issues drive conservation priorities. CREP enrollment is significant around Devils Lake for flood damage reduction.

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 Benson County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Benson County

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

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