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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Griggs County
Elevation across Griggs County averages about 1,461 feet. The county falls within the Central Black Glaciated Plains (MLRA 55B) land resource region.
The growing season in Griggs County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 21.0 inches per year. January lows average around -2°F while July highs reach about 80°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 347 farms in Griggs County, operating across 386,215 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,113 acres. Top commodities include soybeans, corn, and wheat.
Quick Facts
| Region | East Central |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Corn, Wheat, Cattle & calves, Barley, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
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 Griggs County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
805 Lenham Ave SW, Cooperstown, ND 58425
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.
Programs for Griggs County Operations
Based on Griggs County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland and water quality conservation programs are emphasized given the Sheyenne River location. Precision agriculture practices help optimize production on variable soils.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Griggs County: Barnes County, North Dakota, Eddy County, North Dakota, Foster County, North Dakota, Nelson County, North Dakota, Steele County, North Dakota, and Stutsman County, North Dakota. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Griggs 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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