Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Laramie County
Temperatures in Laramie County range from a January mean low of 16°F to a July mean high near 85°F. Annual precipitation averages 16.0 inches. Expect about 214 frost-free days.
Laramie County ran 859 farms, 1,431,716 acres of farmland, and 2,613 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, wheat, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Wyoming |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Corn, Sheep, Horses, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Exceptional Drought (D4). 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 Laramie County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
11221a Us Highway 30, Cheyenne, WY 82009
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 Laramie County Operations
Based on Laramie County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Dryland farming conservation and rangeland management programs address soil erosion and water conservation. CRP enrollment targets marginal cropland for wildlife habitat and soil protection.
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
Bordering Counties
If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Larimer County, Colorado, Weld County, Colorado, Banner County, Nebraska, Kimball County, Nebraska, Albany County, Wyoming, and Goshen County, Wyoming. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Laramie 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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