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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Calumet County
Calumet County sits within the Eastern Wisconsin, Northern Illinois, and Upper Michigan Drift Plain (MLRA 95) region.
Temperatures in Calumet County range from a January mean low of 10°F to a July mean high near 81°F. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. Expect about 214 frost-free days.
Calumet County ran 559 farms, 143,801 acres of farmland, and 44,075 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: milk, cattle, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Eastern Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, 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 Calumet County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
206 Court St, Chilton, WI 53014
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 Calumet County Operations
Based on Calumet County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Nutrient management and precision agriculture adoption are emphasized for intensive dairy operations. Soil health practices help maintain productivity on valuable farmland.
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
Bordering Counties
If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Brown County, Wisconsin, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, Outagamie County, Wisconsin, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, and Winnebago County, Wisconsin. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Calumet 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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