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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Cavalier County
Cavalier County is part of the Northern Black Glaciated Plains land resource region (MLRA 55A). The county's mean elevation is about 1,589 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Cavalier County sees 20.8 in of rain, a 184-day growing season, a 37.7°F mean annual temperature.
Cavalier County carries 269 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 3,267 acres. 527 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,659 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Soybeans, Barley, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Cavalier County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
800 9th Ave E Ste B, Langdon, ND 58249
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.
Forage and Grazing in Cavalier County
Satellite vegetation data (2021–2025 average) shows forage in Cavalier County greening up around June and peaking in July. The county carries about 3,267 acres of pastureland. Your county’s official normal grazing period is set by FSA and can differ from the satellite curve — confirm it with your local office, since it determines which drought weeks count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Cavalier County
The 2022 Census of Agriculture puts Cavalier County at an average farm size of 1,659 acres, 5% small operations, 17% of producers aged 65 or older, and about 2,592 acres irrigated. Those numbers shape which programs fit — your FSA and NRCS staff can tell you which ranking pool your operation falls into.
What Tends to Fit in Cavalier County
Cavalier County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were grain, grain, and wheat. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Cavalier County Operations
Based on Cavalier County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland conservation programs are important given the abundance of natural drainage areas. Soil health practices focus on crop rotation and cover crops.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Cavalier County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Pembina County, North Dakota, Ramsey County, North Dakota, Towner County, North Dakota, and Walsh County, North Dakota. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Cavalier 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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