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Brown County, Wisconsin
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Brown County sits at the mouth of the Fox River where it enters Green Bay, with fertile river valley soils. The terrain transitions from flat lake plains to gently rolling hills inland.
Dairy operations are prevalent along with cash crop production on the fertile soils. Urban pressure from Green Bay influences land use patterns and farm consolidation.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeastern Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Poultry |
| Farms & Ranches | ~650 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~180,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~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 "Brown 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 Brown County Operations
Based on Brown County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Urban interface programs help manage development pressure on farmland. Nutrient management and soil conservation are priorities due to proximity to Green Bay.
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 Brown County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Brown County?"
Your Next Steps in Brown 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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