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Sheridan 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 landscape. The Sheyenne River headwaters originate in this area providing drainage for agricultural lands.

Crop production focuses on wheat, barley, and sunflowers adapted to variable soil conditions and moisture availability around wetland complexes. Cattle operations utilize native grasslands and crop residues with some custom grazing arrangements on CRP lands.

Quick Facts
RegionSouth Central
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Wheat, Corn, Cattle & calves, Barley, Bison
Farms & Ranches~90 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~540,000 acres
Average Farm Size~2,000 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 "Sheridan 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 Sheridan County Operations

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

Extensive wetland and grassland CRP enrollment provides wildlife habitat and income stability for producers managing marginal and variable lands. Large farm operations require efficient conservation practice implementation across diverse landscape conditions.

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 Sheridan County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Sheridan 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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