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Crook County, Wyoming

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

The Black Hills extend into the county creating forested uplands, while the Belle Fourche River valley provides agricultural bottomland. Devils Tower rises as an iconic geological landmark above surrounding ranchland.

Cattle ranching utilizes both mountain summer range and valley winter pastures in traditional seasonal grazing systems. Limited crop production focuses on hay and small grains in valley areas with irrigation potential.

Quick Facts
RegionNortheast Wyoming
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Sheep, Wheat, Horses, Goats, Barley
Farms & Ranches~180 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~1,500,000 acres
Average Farm Size~2,700 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 "Crook 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 Crook County Operations

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

Forest-grassland transition zones receive conservation attention for grazing management and fire prevention. Programs support traditional ranch operations maintaining seasonal grazing patterns.

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 Crook County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Crook 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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