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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Bottineau County
Bottineau County lies in the Northern Black Glaciated Plains (MLRA 55A) region. Elevation averages about 1,468 feet.
Bottineau County averages 17.9 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 214 days. Annual mean temperature is 39.2°F.
Bottineau County's agricultural base centers on wheat, soybeans, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 719 farms working 962,403 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 3,040 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Soybeans, Corn, Barley, Cattle & calves, Honey |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Bottineau County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
117 West 5th St, Bottineau, ND 58318
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
Programs for Bottineau County Operations
Based on Bottineau County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Forest management practices are important in the Turtle Mountains region. Conservation programs address both prairie and woodland habitat needs.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Counties Bordering Bottineau County
Bottineau County shares borders with McHenry County, North Dakota, Pierce County, North Dakota, Renville County, North Dakota, and Rolette County, North Dakota. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Bottineau County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the North Dakota guide: North Dakota Farm Programs Guide
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