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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Divide County
Divide County lies in the Central Dark Brown Glaciated Plains (MLRA 53B) region. Elevation averages about 2,215 feet.
Divide County averages 16.0 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 214 days. Annual mean temperature is 39.5°F.
Divide County's agricultural base centers on wheat, cattle, and barley. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 418 farms working 613,694 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 5,426 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Cattle & calves, Barley, Soybeans, Corn, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
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 Divide County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
12 Main St South, Crosby, ND 58730
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 Divide County
Divide County reported 5,426 head of cattle across roughly 84,590 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows June green-up and a July growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Divide County.
Farm Structure in Divide County
Divide County reports about 2,348 acres under irrigation. Farms average 1,468 acres, with about 2% classed as small operations. Around 22% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Divide County
With cattle and grain in the mix in Divide County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and brush management (rangeland). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
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. 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 Divide County
Divide County shares borders with Sheridan County, Montana, Burke County, North Dakota, and Williams 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 Divide 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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