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Eau Claire County, Wisconsin
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Eau Claire County lies where the Eau Claire River meets the Chippewa River, creating fertile valley soils. Rolling hills and mixed terrain provide diverse agricultural opportunities.
Dairy operations and crop production benefit from fertile river valley soils and favorable growing conditions. Urban influence from Eau Claire city affects land use patterns.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Poultry, Fruit & tree nuts |
| Farms & Ranches | ~520 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~170,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~167 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 "Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire County Operations
Based on Eau Claire County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Urban interface conservation addresses development pressure on agricultural land. Water quality protection focuses on riparian areas along major rivers.
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 Eau Claire County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Eau Claire County?"
Your Next Steps in Eau Claire 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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