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Codington County, South Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Codington County features gently rolling glaciated plains with numerous lakes including Big Stone Lake along the eastern border. The terrain consists of fertile prairie soils with scattered wetlands and the prominent Lake Kampeska recreation area.

Agriculture emphasizes diversified crop production with strong corn and soybean yields complemented by cattle and dairy operations. The fertile soils and adequate moisture support intensive farming practices with excellent local grain marketing infrastructure.

Quick Facts
RegionNortheast
Top CommoditiesCorn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Dairy, Sheep, Wheat
Farms & Ranches~290 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~280,000 acres
Average Farm Size~566 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 "Codington 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 Codington County Operations

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

Programs emphasize water quality protection around the county's numerous lakes and wetlands. Strong participation in precision agriculture initiatives supported by EQIP funding for variable rate technology.

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 Codington County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Codington 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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