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Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Fond du Lac County sits at the southern end of Lake Winnebago with fertile glacial soils and gentle topography. The lake moderates climate conditions for agriculture.

Intensive dairy and crop production utilize highly productive soils and favorable growing conditions. Large-scale operations dominate the agricultural landscape.


Quick Facts

RegionEastern Wisconsin
Top CommoditiesDairy, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Vegetables, Wheat
Farms & Ranches~950 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~310,000 acres
Average Farm Size~266 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Fond du Lac 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 Fond du Lac County Operations

Based on Fond du Lac County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Precision agriculture and soil health practices maximize productivity on valuable farmland. Lake Winnebago watershed protection emphasizes nutrient management.

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 Fond du Lac County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Fond du Lac County?"


Your Next Steps in Fond du Lac County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Wisconsin guide: Wisconsin Farm Programs Guide

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