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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Dodge County
The county falls within the Eastern Wisconsin, Northern Illinois, and Upper Michigan Drift Plain (MLRA 95) land resource region.
The growing season in Dodge County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 35.1 inches per year. January lows average around 10°F while July highs reach about 82°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 1,489 farms in Dodge County, operating across 374,456 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 251 acres. Top commodities include milk, corn, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeastern Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, 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 Dodge County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
451 W North St, Juneau, WI 53039
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 Dodge County Operations
Based on Dodge County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Soil health and precision agriculture adoption are emphasized on highly productive farmland. Nutrient management programs protect groundwater and surface water quality.
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 Dodge County: Columbia County, Wisconsin, Dane County, Wisconsin, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, Green Lake County, Wisconsin, Jefferson County, Wisconsin, and Washington County, Wisconsin. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Dodge 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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