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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Renville County
Elevation across Renville County averages about 1,746 feet. The county falls within the Northern Black Glaciated Plains (MLRA 55A) land resource region.
The growing season in Renville County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 17.1 inches per year. January lows average around 0°F while July highs reach about 81°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 253 farms in Renville County, operating across 507,942 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 2,008 acres. Top commodities include wheat, soybeans, and barley.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Soybeans, Barley, Corn, Cattle & calves, Bison |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Renville County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
805 Highway 5 East, Mohall, ND 58761
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.
Forage and Grazing in Renville County
The forage year in Renville County runs from green-up in June to peak growth in July (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 516 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Renville County
About 30% of Renville County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 4% of farms are small and 40% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 2,008 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Renville County
Given the operation mix in Renville County, the practices that most often come up are cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.
Programs for Renville County Operations
Based on Renville County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Souris River valley conservation focuses on riparian habitat and flood management through buffer strips and grassland establishment. Large farm sizes necessitate efficient conservation practice implementation across extensive acreages.
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 Renville County: Bottineau County, North Dakota, Burke County, North Dakota, McHenry County, North Dakota, and Ward County, North Dakota. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Renville 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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