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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Campbell County
Campbell County is part of the Central Dark Brown Glaciated Plains land resource region (MLRA 53B). The county's mean elevation is about 1,765 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Campbell County sees 19.0 in of rain, a 214-day growing season, a 43.3°F mean annual temperature.
Campbell County carries 11,859 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 152,029 acres. 232 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,935 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Campbell County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
210 Main St N, Mound City, SD 57646
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
4307 4th Ave, Selby, SD 57472
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.
Forage and Grazing in Campbell County
Satellite vegetation data (2021–2025 average) shows forage in Campbell County greening up around May and peaking in July. The county carries about 152,029 acres of pastureland. Your county’s official normal grazing period is set by FSA and can differ from the satellite curve — confirm it with your local office, since it determines which drought weeks count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Campbell County
The 2022 Census of Agriculture puts Campbell County at an average farm size of 1,935 acres, 5% small operations, 22% of producers aged 65 or older, and about 2,438 acres irrigated. Those numbers shape which programs fit — your FSA and NRCS staff can tell you which ranking pool your operation falls into.
What Tends to Fit in Campbell County
With cattle and corn in the mix in Campbell County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and brush management (rangeland). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Campbell County Operations
Based on Campbell County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs address soil erosion control and crop diversification to manage weather risks in the northern climate zone. CRP provides important wildlife habitat while protecting fragile soils during drought periods.
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 Campbell County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Emmons County, North Dakota, McIntosh County, North Dakota, Corson County, South Dakota, McPherson County, South Dakota, and Walworth County, South Dakota. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Campbell 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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