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Clark County, South Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Clark County encompasses gently rolling glaciated terrain with numerous lakes and wetlands characteristic of the prairie pothole region. The landscape features fertile drift prairie soils interspersed with permanent and seasonal wetlands.

Agriculture focuses on diversified crop production including corn, soybeans, and small grains adapted to the northern climate. The numerous wetlands require careful field planning but provide excellent wildlife habitat alongside productive farming.

Quick Facts
RegionNortheast
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~270 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~470,000 acres
Average Farm Size~883 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 "Clark 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 Clark County Operations

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

Conservation programs emphasize wetland protection and soil health in the intensively farmed pothole landscape. CRP and EQIP work together to maintain wildlife habitat while supporting productive agriculture.

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 Clark County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Clark 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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