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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Iowa County
The county falls within the Upper Mississippi River Bedrock Controlled Uplands and Valleys (MLRA 105) land resource region.
The growing season in Iowa County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 37.4 inches per year. January lows average around 10°F while July highs reach about 82°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 1,534 farms in Iowa County, operating across 374,179 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 244 acres. Top commodities include milk, corn, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwestern Wisconsin |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Poultry, Horses |
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 Iowa County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1124 Professional Drive, Suite 100, Dodgeville, WI 53533
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 Iowa County Operations
Based on Iowa County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Soil conservation on steep slopes and organic certification support are program priorities. Rotational grazing systems help manage livestock on hilly terrain.
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 Iowa County: Dane County, Wisconsin, Grant County, Wisconsin, Green County, Wisconsin, Lafayette County, Wisconsin, Richland County, Wisconsin, and Sauk County, Wisconsin. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Iowa 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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