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Buffalo County, Wisconsin

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Buffalo County lies along the Mississippi River with dramatic bluffs and fertile river bottoms. The terrain varies from steep hillsides to productive floodplain soils.

River bottom farms produce corn and soybeans while hillsides support pasture-based livestock operations. Soil conservation is critical due to steep topography and erosion potential.


Quick Facts

RegionWestern Wisconsin
Top CommoditiesDairy, Poultry, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts
Farms & Ranches~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~310,000 acres
Average Farm Size~346 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 "Buffalo 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 Buffalo County Operations

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

Steep slope conservation and riparian buffers are major program focuses along the Mississippi River. Terracing and contour farming help prevent soil erosion.

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 Buffalo County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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


Your Next Steps in Buffalo County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Wisconsin guide: Wisconsin Farm Programs Guide

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