Campbell County, Wyoming: USDA programs and conservation funding

548
Farms & Ranches
2.6M
Acres in Agriculture
4,743
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$51.9M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Sheep, Bison, Field Crops, Other, Equine
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Campbell County, Wyoming has 548 farms working 2,599,124 agricultural acres (average 4,743 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $51.9 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Sheep, Bison.

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Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

About Campbell County

Campbell County averages 15.0 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 214 days. Annual mean temperature is 45.1°F.

Campbell County's agricultural base centers on cattle, sheep, and bison. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 548 farms working 2,599,124 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 50,205 head.


Quick Facts

RegionNortheast Wyoming
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Sheep, Bison, Horses, Wheat, Poultry

Current Conditions

Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 8+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.

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 Campbell County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

601 4j Court, Gillette, WY 82716

(307) 682-8843

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 Campbell County Operations

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

Rangeland management and reclamation of disturbed mining areas are conservation priorities. Drought preparedness and emergency feed programs support ranchers during difficult weather periods.

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

Counties Bordering Campbell County

Campbell County shares borders with Powder River County, Montana, Converse County, Wyoming, Crook County, Wyoming, Johnson County, Wyoming, Sheridan County, Wyoming, and Weston County, Wyoming. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.

Your Next Steps in Campbell County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Wyoming guide: Wyoming Farm Programs Guide

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Quick Tools for Campbell County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.