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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Crawford County
The county falls within the Upper Mississippi River Bedrock Controlled Uplands and Valleys (MLRA 105) land resource region.
The growing season in Crawford County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 37.7 inches per year. January lows average around 10°F while July highs reach about 82°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 899 farms in Crawford County, operating across 194,544 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 216 acres. Top commodities include corn, milk, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwestern Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Wheat |
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 Crawford County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
120 North Beaumont Road, Suite A, Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821
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 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. 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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Crawford County: Allamakee County, Iowa, Clayton County, Iowa, Grant County, Wisconsin, Richland County, Wisconsin, and Vernon County, Wisconsin. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
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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