Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Natrona County
Temperatures in Natrona County range from a January mean low of 14°F to a July mean high near 85°F. Annual precipitation averages 12.1 inches. Expect about 214 frost-free days.
Natrona County ran 402 farms, 2,051,231 acres of farmland, and 34,219 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, sheep, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Wyoming |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Sheep, Corn, Barley, Horses, Honey |
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 Natrona County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
5880 Enterprise Drive - Suite 100, Casper, WY 82609
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 Natrona County Operations
Based on Natrona County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
River corridor management and irrigation system improvements support intensive crop production along the North Platte. Programs balance agricultural productivity with wildlife habitat needs in riparian areas.
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 Carbon County, Wyoming, Converse County, Wyoming, Fremont County, Wyoming, Johnson County, Wyoming, and Washakie County, Wyoming. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Natrona 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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