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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Barron County
The county falls within the Central Wisconsin Thin Loess Dissected Till Plain (MLRA 90B) land resource region.
The growing season in Barron County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 33.3 inches per year. January lows average around 3°F while July highs reach about 80°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 1,118 farms in Barron County, operating across 282,265 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 252 acres. Top commodities include milk, corn, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwestern Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Dairy, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
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 Barron County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
335 E Monroe Ave Rm 121, Barron, WI 54812
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.
Programs for Barron County Operations
Based on Barron County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation efforts focus on rotational grazing systems and nutrient management for dairy operations. Cover crop adoption is increasing to protect water quality.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Barron County: Burnett County, Wisconsin, Chippewa County, Wisconsin, Dunn County, Wisconsin, Polk County, Wisconsin, Rusk County, Wisconsin, and Sawyer County, Wisconsin. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Barron County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Wisconsin guide: Wisconsin Farm Programs Guide
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