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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Bon Homme County
Elevation across Bon Homme County averages about 1,417 feet. The county falls within the Southern Black Glaciated Plains (MLRA 55C) land resource region.
The growing season in Bon Homme County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 26.6 inches per year. January lows average around 11°F while July highs reach about 87°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 490 farms in Bon Homme County, operating across 269,582 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 550 acres. Top commodities include cattle, corn, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Dairy, Grain sorghum |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 7+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
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 Bon Homme County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
109 West 16th Ave, Tyndall, SD 57066
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 Bon Homme County Operations
Based on Bon Homme County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs address soil erosion on steep slopes and nutrient management near the Missouri River. EQIP funding often supports terracing and waterway construction on the county's rolling terrain.
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 Bon Homme County: Knox County, Nebraska, Charles Mix County, South Dakota, Hutchinson County, South Dakota, and Yankton County, South Dakota. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Bon Homme County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the South Dakota guide: South Dakota Farm Programs Guide
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