Sublette County, Wyoming: USDA programs and conservation funding

274
Farms & Ranches
499K
Acres in Agriculture
1,822
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$47.3M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Equine, Equine, Goats, Hogs
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Sublette County, Wyoming has 274 farms working 499,294 agricultural acres (average 1,822 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $47.3 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Equine, Equine.

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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

About Sublette County

The county falls within the Cool Central Desertic Basins and Plateaus (MLRA 34A) land resource region.

The growing season in Sublette County spans roughly 153 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 18.0 inches per year. January lows average around 3°F while July highs reach about 76°F.

The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 274 farms in Sublette County, operating across 499,294 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,822 acres. Top commodities include cattle, equine, and equine.


Quick Facts

RegionSouthwest Wyoming
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Horses, Goats, Poultry, Hogs

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 Sublette County.

NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)

1625 West Pine Street, Pinedale, WY 82941

(307) 367-2257

FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)

79 Winston Dr Ste 110, Rock Springs, WY 82901

(307) 362-3062

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 Sublette County Operations

Based on Sublette County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

High altitude grazing systems and wildlife compatibility programs address unique mountain valley challenges. Livestock protection assistance helps ranchers manage predation issues in wilderness-adjacent 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

Adjacent Counties

Counties bordering Sublette County: Fremont County, Wyoming, Lincoln County, Wyoming, Sweetwater County, Wyoming, and Teton County, Wyoming. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.

Your Next Steps in Sublette County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Wyoming guide: Wyoming Farm Programs Guide

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Related program guides

EQIP Prescribed GrazingCSPEQIP Water Development

Quick Tools for Sublette County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.