Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Fremont County
The growing season in Fremont County spans roughly 184 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 14.6 inches per year. January lows average around 10°F while July highs reach about 81°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 987 farms in Fremont County, operating across 1,203,097 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,219 acres. Top commodities include cattle, corn, and milk.
Quick Facts
| Region | West-Central Wyoming |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Dairy, Sheep, Barley, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 18+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Fremont County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
103 Washakie, Fort Washakie, WY 82514
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
508 N Broadway Ave, Riverton, WY 82501
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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.
Farm Structure in Fremont County
About 31% of Fremont County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 27% of farms are small and 15% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 1,219 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Fremont County
With cattle and milk in the mix in Fremont County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); waste storage, nutrient management, and Dairy Margin Coverage (dairies); and cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Fremont County Operations
Based on Fremont County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs work with tribal agricultural enterprises and individual operators on irrigation improvements and soil health practices. Beginning farmer assistance targets both traditional and new agricultural ventures.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Fremont County: Carbon County, Wyoming, Hot Springs County, Wyoming, Natrona County, Wyoming, Park County, Wyoming, Sublette County, Wyoming, and Sweetwater County, Wyoming. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Fremont County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Wyoming guide: Wyoming Farm Programs Guide
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