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Pembina County, North Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The county features level to gently rolling terrain formed by ancient glacial lake beds with the Pembina River forming the northern boundary with Canada. Rich, dark soils characterize this intensively farmed agricultural region.

Intensive crop production focuses on high-value crops including sugar beets, wheat, soybeans, corn, and potatoes utilizing fertile valley soils. Many operations include custom harvesting and processing relationships with regional cooperatives and processing facilities.

Quick Facts
RegionNortheast
Top CommoditiesWheat, Vegetables, Soybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Barley
Farms & Ranches~380 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~620,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,300 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 "Pembina 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 Pembina County Operations

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

Sugar beet and potato production requires specialized conservation practices for soil and water management including precision agriculture technologies. Beginning farmer programs support transition into high-investment specialty crop 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 Pembina County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Pembina 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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