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Rolette County, North Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The county features gently rolling prairie with the Turtle Mountains rising in the northern portion providing diverse topography and forest cover. Numerous lakes and the Souris River provide water resources for agricultural and recreational uses.

Agricultural production adapts to varied topography with crop production concentrated in the prairie areas focusing on wheat, barley, and canola. Cattle ranching utilizes both prairie grasslands and wooded areas in the Turtle Mountains for diverse grazing opportunities.

Quick Facts
RegionNorth Central
Top CommoditiesWheat, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Barley, Corn, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~280 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~470,000 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 "Rolette 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 Rolette County Operations

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

Turtle Mountains forest and grassland interface requires specialized conservation practices for erosion control and wildlife habitat. CRP grassland and tree planting programs support soil conservation on sloping and marginal agricultural lands.

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 Rolette County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Rolette 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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