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Towner 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 Souris River flowing through the northern portion creating fertile valley areas and riparian habitat. Numerous lakes and wetlands scattered throughout provide important waterfowl nesting areas.

Crop production focuses on wheat, barley, canola, and sunflowers adapted to northern growing conditions and shorter frost-free periods. Cattle operations utilize native grasslands and crop residues with some enterprises specializing in backgrounding and custom grazing.

Quick Facts
RegionNorth Central
Top CommoditiesWheat, Soybeans, Hogs, Corn, Barley, Cattle & calves
Farms & Ranches~140 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~550,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,500 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 "Towner 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 Towner County Operations

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

Souris River riparian conservation receives priority through CREP for wildlife habitat and water quality protection. Large farm operations require efficient conservation practice implementation across extensive wetland and grassland complexes.

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 Towner County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Towner 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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