San Juan County, Utah
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Utah's largest county, featuring canyon country carved by the San Juan and Colorado Rivers, with the Abajo Mountains providing the only significant high elevation terrain. Monument Valley and portions of Canyonlands National Park create iconic red rock landscapes.
Extremely limited agriculture consists of small irrigated fields along river corridors and minimal livestock grazing on scattered private lands. The arid desert environment and extensive public land ownership severely restrict agricultural development throughout this vast county.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Utah |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Vegetables, Sheep, Horses, Goats |
| Farms & Ranches | ~85 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~1,670,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~2,200 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 "San Juan 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 San Juan County Operations
Based on San Juan County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP programs emphasize sustainable grazing practices and erosion control in the fragile desert ecosystem. Limited agricultural activity focuses on environmental stewardship compatible with the county's extensive scenic and cultural resources.
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 San Juan County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in San Juan County?"
Your Next Steps in San Juan 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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