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Golden Valley County, North Dakota
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Badlands topography with buttes, coulees, and the Knife River drainage. Theodore Roosevelt's Elkhorn Ranch site is located along the Little Missouri River.
Extensive cattle ranching on native grasslands with limited crop production. Hay production occurs in river bottoms and more favorable areas.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Sheep, Hogs |
| Farms & Ranches | ~75 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~640,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~2,600 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley County Operations
Based on Golden Valley County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Range improvement and erosion control dominate conservation efforts in this rugged landscape. Drought mitigation and winter feed assistance programs are crucial.
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 Golden Valley County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Golden Valley County?"
Your Next Steps in Golden Valley 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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