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Griggs County, North Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Gently rolling glacial plain with the Sheyenne River and numerous wetlands. Cooperstown Dam creates Lake Ashtabula in the southwestern portion.

Diversified crop production including wheat, corn, soybeans, and barley. Cattle operations complement grain farming with some dairy operations present.

Quick Facts
RegionEast Central
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Corn, Wheat, Cattle & calves, Barley, Horses
Farms & Ranches~280 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~390,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,100 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 "Griggs 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 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 — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Griggs County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Griggs 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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