Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Cache County
Cache County averages 28.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 214 days. Annual mean temperature is 44.1°F.
Cache County's agricultural base centers on milk and cattle. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,378 farms working 269,909 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 21,460 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northern Utah |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Wheat, Corn, Barley |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 23+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Cache County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1860 N 100 E, North Logan, UT 84341
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
Forage and Grazing in Cache County
Cache County reported 21,460 head of cattle across roughly 145,265 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows May green-up and a June growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Cache County.
Farm Structure in Cache County
Irrigation covers about 25% of farmland in Cache County, roughly 66,509 acres. Farms average 196 acres, with about 48% classed as small operations. Around 20% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Cache County
With cattle and milk in the mix in Cache County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); waste storage, nutrient management, and Dairy Margin Coverage (dairies); and cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Cache County Operations
Based on Cache County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP programs heavily support dairy waste management systems and nutrient management planning for intensive livestock operations. Conservation practices focus on maintaining water quality in the Bear River watershed while supporting high-productivity irrigated agriculture.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Counties Bordering Cache County
Cache County shares borders with Bear Lake County, Idaho, Franklin County, Idaho, Oneida County, Idaho, Box Elder County, Utah, Rich County, Utah, and Weber County, Utah. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Cache 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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