Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Park County
Temperatures in Park County range from a January mean low of 12°F to a July mean high near 76°F. Annual precipitation averages 22.3 inches. Expect about 184 frost-free days.
Park County ran 871 farms, 686,973 acres of farmland, and 19,137 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: barley and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Wyoming |
| Top Commodities | Barley, Corn, Sheep, Horses, Poultry, Wheat |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Park County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1017 Us Hwy 14a, Powell, WY 82435
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 Park County Operations
Based on Park County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Irrigation modernization and specialty crop production systems receive technical assistance near Yellowstone gateway communities. Programs support both traditional agriculture and tourism-related agricultural enterprises.
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, Montana, Gallatin County, Montana, Park County, Montana, Big Horn County, Wyoming, Fremont County, Wyoming, and Hot Springs County, Wyoming. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Park 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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