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Manitowoc County, Wisconsin

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Manitowoc County extends along Lake Michigan's western shore with flat to gently rolling terrain and productive clay soils. The county features several rivers flowing into the lake and extensive agricultural areas inland from the urban lakeshore.

The county has a robust dairy industry with large, modern operations on the fertile soils. Cash crop production is significant, with corn and soybeans grown both for livestock feed and commercial markets.

Quick Facts
RegionEast Central Wisconsin
Top CommoditiesDairy, Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~760 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~240,000 acres
Average Farm Size~216 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 "Manitowoc 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 Manitowoc County Operations

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

Water quality protection programs target the Lake Michigan watershed with emphasis on nutrient management. Modern dairy operations receive support for manure management systems and precision agriculture technologies.

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 Manitowoc County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Manitowoc 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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