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Jerauld County, South Dakota

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Gently rolling glaciated plains with fertile soils and scattered wetlands throughout the prairie landscape. Small creeks and draws provide drainage while creating slightly varied topography across the county.

Intensive crop production focuses on corn and soybeans with high yields on the productive soils. Cattle operations utilize crop residues and hay ground, while hog production takes advantage of locally grown feed grains.

Quick Facts
RegionSouth Central
Top CommoditiesCorn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Wheat, Hogs, Grain sorghum
Farms & Ranches~280 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~310,000 acres
Average Farm Size~1,500 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 "Jerauld 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 Jerauld County Operations

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

Soil health practices and nutrient management are prioritized to maintain productivity on intensively cropped land. Wetland restoration through CRP provides wildlife habitat while managing excess water in agricultural areas.

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 Jerauld County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Jerauld 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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