Bayfield County, Wisconsin

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Bayfield County borders Lake Superior and includes the Apostle Islands, with heavily forested terrain and poor agricultural soils. The county features a mix of rocky outcrops and sandy lake plains.

Agriculture is very limited with small-scale operations focusing on berries and specialty crops. Aquaculture and agritourism complement traditional farming activities.

Quick Facts


Region	Northern Wisconsin
Top Commodities	Fruit & tree nuts, Corn, Soybeans, Berries, Floriculture, Wheat
Farms & Ranches	~120 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~93,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~263 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Bayfield 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 Bayfield County Operations

Based on Bayfield County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Programs support diversified small farms and value-added enterprises like maple syrup production. Cold climate and short season adaptations are emphasized.

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 Bayfield County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Bayfield County?"

Your Next Steps in Bayfield 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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