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McIntosh County, North Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The county features rolling prairie terrain with numerous small lakes and wetlands scattered throughout. The Beaver Creek drainage system flows through the northern portion of the county.

Farming operations focus heavily on small grain production with extensive wheat and barley fields dominating the landscape. Cattle ranching utilizes native grasslands and crop residue for grazing in integrated crop-livestock systems.

Quick Facts
RegionSouth Central
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Honey, Barley
Farms & Ranches~180 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~460,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,600 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 "McIntosh 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 McIntosh County Operations

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

Conservation Reserve Program enrollment is significant due to numerous wetlands and marginal soils. EQIP funding supports grassland management and livestock water systems for ranch operations.

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 McIntosh County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in McIntosh 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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