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Grant County, Wisconsin
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Grant County lies in the Driftless Area with steep ridges, deep valleys, and the Mississippi River forming the western border. The Wisconsin River crosses the northern portion creating additional bottomland.
Diverse agriculture includes dairy, beef, and cash crops adapted to varied topography. Valley floors support intensive crop production while hillsides are used for pasture.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwestern Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Hogs, Poultry |
| Farms & Ranches | ~1,280 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~590,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~259 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 "Grant 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 Grant County Operations
Based on Grant County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Steep slope conservation and riparian protection are major program emphases along river systems. Grassland restoration supports both conservation and livestock production.
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 Grant County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Grant County?"
Your Next Steps in Grant 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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