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Divide County, North Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling prairie along the Canadian border with numerous small lakes and wetlands. The county sits on the continental divide between Hudson Bay and Gulf of Mexico drainages.

Wheat, barley, and canola production with cattle ranching on grasslands. Oil development has significantly impacted the agricultural landscape.

Quick Facts
RegionNorthwest
Top CommoditiesWheat, Cattle & calves, Barley, Soybeans, Corn, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~180 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~610,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,500 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 "Divide 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 Divide County Operations

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

Programs address both traditional conservation needs and restoration of areas affected by energy development. Cross-border waterfowl habitat initiatives are important.

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 Divide County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Divide 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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