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Lafayette County, Wisconsin

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Lafayette County features the rolling hills and valleys of the Driftless Area with no glacial influence. The terrain includes productive valleys carved by tributaries of the Pecatonica River and upland prairie areas.

The county has a strong dairy tradition with farms utilizing both valley bottoms and hillside pastures. Grazing-based systems are common due to the topography, with many farms incorporating rotational grazing practices.

Quick Facts
RegionSouthwest Wisconsin
Top CommoditiesDairy, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Hogs, Poultry
Farms & Ranches~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~320,000 acres
Average Farm Size~272 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 "Lafayette 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 Lafayette County Operations

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

Grazing management and pasture improvement programs are emphasized in this hilly terrain. Erosion control practices focus on protecting steep slopes and maintaining soil health in the Driftless landscape.

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 Lafayette County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Lafayette 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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