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McCook 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 the Big Sioux River forming part of the eastern boundary. Fertile prairie soils and scattered wetlands characterize the predominantly agricultural landscape with excellent growing conditions.

Intensive corn and soybean production achieves high yields on the prime farmland soils throughout the county. Large dairy operations, cattle feeding, and hog production create a concentrated livestock industry utilizing locally produced feed grains.

Quick Facts
RegionSoutheast
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~300,000 acres
Average Farm Size~508 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 "McCook 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 McCook County Operations

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

Livestock facility modernization and waste management systems are priorities given the high density of animal agriculture operations. Soil health initiatives promote sustainable practices on the intensively cropped land to maintain long-term productivity.

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 McCook County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in McCook 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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