Duchesne County, Utah
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Centered on the Uinta Basin with the high Uinta Mountains forming the northern boundary and the Tavaputs Plateau to the south. The Duchesne and Strawberry Rivers provide water for irrigation in this high desert valley at 5,500 feet elevation.
Irrigated hay production and cattle ranching dominate the agricultural landscape, with water from mountain snowpack supporting alfalfa and grass hay fields. Livestock operations combine valley hay production with summer grazing on mountain allotments in the Ashley National Forest.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Utah |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Dairy, Corn, Horses, Sheep, Goats |
| Farms & Ranches | ~310 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~1,060,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~1,200 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 "Duchesne 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 Duchesne County Operations
Based on Duchesne County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP emphasizes irrigation modernization and rangeland health improvements in the semi-arid basin environment. Conservation programs focus on wildlife habitat enhancement and water conservation in coordination with energy development activities.
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 Duchesne County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Duchesne County?"
Your Next Steps in Duchesne 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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