Logan County, North Dakota: USDA programs and conservation funding

285
Farms & Ranches
483K
Acres in Agriculture
1,693
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$41.9M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Grain, Cattle, Soybeans, Corn, Wheat
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Logan County, North Dakota has 285 farms working 482,603 agricultural acres (average 1,693 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $41.9 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Grain, Cattle, Soybeans. Vegetation typically peaks in Jun, defining the primary growing season.

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Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

About Logan County

Logan County sits within the Central Dark Brown Glaciated Plains (MLRA 53B) region. Elevation averages about 2,036 feet.

Temperatures in Logan County range from a January mean low of 2°F to a July mean high near 81°F. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. Expect about 214 frost-free days.

Logan County ran 285 farms, 482,603 acres of farmland, and 26,300 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, soybeans, and corn.


Quick Facts

RegionSouth Central
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Wheat, Dairy, Honey

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 Logan County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

103 E Lake Ave, Napoleon, ND 58561

(701) 754-2251

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 Logan County Operations

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

Prairie pothole conservation and soil erosion control are major program emphases. Drought management practices help farms cope with variable precipitation patterns.

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

Bordering Counties

If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Emmons County, North Dakota, Kidder County, North Dakota, LaMoure County, North Dakota, McIntosh County, North Dakota, and Stutsman County, North Dakota. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.

Your Next Steps in Logan 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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Related program guides

CSPCRP

Vegetation Baseline

0.20
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.71
Peak season (Jun)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Logan County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.