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Cass County, North Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Red River Valley with extremely flat, fertile clay soils and the Red River forming the eastern boundary. Drainage ditches and tiles manage excess water.

Intensive crop production featuring soybeans, corn, wheat, and sugar beets on some of the state's most productive land. Large-scale mechanized farming operations dominate.

Quick Facts
RegionSoutheast
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Wheat, Honey, Barley, Cattle & calves
Farms & Ranches~580 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~940,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,200 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 "Cass 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 Cass County Operations

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

Drainage management and precision agriculture are key program focuses. Conservation practices emphasize nutrient management and soil health on intensively farmed land.

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 Cass County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Cass 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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