Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Goshen County
Goshen County is part of the Central High Plains, Northern Part land resource region (MLRA 67A).
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Goshen County sees 14.7 in of rain, a 214-day growing season, a 47.6°F mean annual temperature.
Goshen County carries 1,550 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 953,886 acres. 736 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,707 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Wyoming |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Wheat, Barley, Sheep, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 14+ 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 Goshen County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1441 E M St, Torrington, WY 82240
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 Goshen County Operations
Based on Goshen County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Irrigation efficiency and soil health programs support intensive cropping systems along the North Platte River. Sugar beet and specialty crop production receives targeted technical assistance for optimization.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Goshen County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Banner County, Nebraska, Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, Sioux County, Nebraska, Laramie County, Wyoming, Niobrara County, Wyoming, and Platte County, Wyoming. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Goshen 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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