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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Grant County
Grant County is part of the Upper Mississippi River Bedrock Controlled Uplands and Valleys land resource region (MLRA 105).
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Grant County sees 37.9 in of rain, a 244-day growing season, a 47.1°F mean annual temperature.
Grant County carries 90,378 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 86,670 acres. 2,264 farms operate in the county, averaging 259 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwestern Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Hogs, Poultry |
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 Grant County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
150 W Alona Ln, Lancaster, WI 53813
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 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. 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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Grant County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Jo Daviess County, Illinois, Clayton County, Iowa, Dubuque County, Iowa, Crawford County, Wisconsin, Iowa County, Wisconsin, and Lafayette County, Wisconsin. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
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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