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Kewaunee County, Wisconsin

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Kewaunee County sits along Lake Michigan's western shore with gently rolling terrain and clay soils. The county features several small rivers flowing into the lake and productive agricultural valleys.

The county has an intensive dairy industry with high livestock densities on relatively small farms. Cash crop production supports the dairy operations, with corn and hay being primary crops grown on the heavy clay soils.

Quick Facts
RegionNortheast Wisconsin
Top CommoditiesDairy, Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Fruit & tree nuts
Farms & Ranches~590 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~170,000 acres
Average Farm Size~279 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 "Kewaunee 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 Kewaunee County Operations

Based on Kewaunee County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Nutrient management is a critical focus due to high livestock densities and proximity to Lake Michigan. Manure management systems and cover crops receive priority funding to protect water quality.

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 Kewaunee County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Kewaunee 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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