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Brown County, South Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Brown County encompasses level to gently rolling glaciated plains with fertile prairie soils and numerous shallow lakes. The James River flows through the western portion creating rich bottomland areas ideal for agriculture.

Agriculture features diversified operations with strong grain production, particularly corn, soybeans, and small grains. The county supports significant livestock feeding operations and has excellent grain handling and transportation infrastructure.

Quick Facts
RegionNortheast
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Sheep, Honey
Farms & Ranches~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~1,020,000 acres
Average Farm Size~954 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 "Brown 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 Brown County Operations

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

Conservation efforts focus on wetland protection and soil health in the intensively farmed prairie pothole landscape. Strong participation in CSP reflects the county's commitment to sustainable farming practices.

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 Brown County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Brown County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the South Dakota guide: South Dakota Farm Programs Guide

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