Box Elder County, Utah
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Encompasses diverse terrain from the Great Salt Lake's northern shores to the Wellsville Mountains, with the Bear River creating fertile bottomlands through the county. The western portion includes vast salt flats and desert while the eastern areas feature productive agricultural valleys.
Large-scale grain production dominates the irrigated areas near Tremonton and Garland, with extensive wheat and barley fields supported by Bear River irrigation. Livestock operations include both dairy farms in the fertile valleys and cattle ranching operations extending into the western rangelands.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northern Utah |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Dairy, Vegetables, Wheat, Corn, Sheep |
| Farms & Ranches | ~520 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~1,180,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~943 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Box Elder 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 Box Elder County Operations
Based on Box Elder County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CREP initiatives focus on Bear River riparian buffer establishment and wetland restoration for waterfowl habitat. Conservation efforts emphasize soil health practices in grain production areas and grazing management on extensive rangeland systems.
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 Box Elder County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Box Elder County?"
Your Next Steps in Box Elder County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Utah guide: Utah Farm Programs Guide
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