Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Uinta County
Uinta County averages 12.7 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 153 days. Annual mean temperature is 40.4°F.
Uinta County's agricultural base centers on cattle, sheep, and equine. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 391 farms working 735,709 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 25,664 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Wyoming |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Sheep, Horses, Goats, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 18+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Uinta County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
100 E Sage St, Lyman, WY 82937
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.
Farm Structure in Uinta County
Irrigation covers about 9% of farmland in Uinta County, roughly 64,393 acres. Farms average 1,882 acres, with about 32% classed as small operations. Around 24% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Uinta County
Uinta County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cattle, sheep, and equine. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing, and for rangeland, brush management. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Uinta County Operations
Based on Uinta County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Mountain valley irrigation systems and soil health practices receive conservation focus in high elevation farming areas. Programs support both established operations and new agricultural enterprises in protected valleys.
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
Counties Bordering Uinta County
Uinta County shares borders with Rich County, Utah, Summit County, Utah, Lincoln County, Wyoming, and Sweetwater County, Wyoming. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Uinta 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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