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Crawford County, Wisconsin
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Crawford County lies in the Driftless Area along the Wisconsin River with steep ridges and narrow valleys. The Mississippi River forms part of the western boundary with Iowa.
Organic farming and sustainable agriculture thrive in the diverse topography and microclimates. Valley floors support cash crops while hillsides are used for pasture and alternative enterprises.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwestern Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Wheat |
| Farms & Ranches | ~620 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~190,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~216 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 "Crawford 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 Crawford County Operations
Based on Crawford County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Steep slope conservation and organic transition support are program emphases. Riparian buffers and grassland restoration protect water quality in river valleys.
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 Crawford County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Crawford County?"
Your Next Steps in Crawford 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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