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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Towner County
Towner County is part of the Northern Black Glaciated Plains land resource region (MLRA 55A). The county's mean elevation is about 1,546 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Towner County sees 19.1 in of rain, a 184-day growing season, a 38.0°F mean annual temperature.
Towner County carries 718 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 14,289 acres. 377 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,471 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Soybeans, Hogs, Corn, Barley, Cattle & calves |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
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 Towner County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1210 Highway 281 S, Cando, ND 58324
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.
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. 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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Towner County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Benson County, North Dakota, Cavalier County, North Dakota, Pierce County, North Dakota, Ramsey County, North Dakota, and Rolette County, North Dakota. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Towner 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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