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Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Resources

Overview of the NRCS

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), an agency within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), provides technical and financial assistance to farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners to conserve, improve, and sustain natural resources on private lands.

Services Provided by NRCS

NRCS offers a range of services to assist landowners in managing natural resources:

  • Technical Assistance: Provides free advice on resource assessment, practice design, and resource monitoring to help landowners implement effective conservation practices. 
  • Financial Assistance: Offers programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) to support the implementation of conservation practices. 
  • Conservation Planning: Assists in developing customized conservation plans to address specific natural resource concerns and business goals.

NRCS Structure in South Dakota


In South Dakota, NRCS operates under the guidance of the State Conservationist and is organized into various resource units and field offices:

  • State Office: Located in Huron, SD, the state office serves as the administrative headquarters for NRCS operations in South Dakota. 
  • Field Offices: NRCS has field offices located in most counties, working to serve local communities across the state. 

How To Contact the NRCS in South Dakota


South Dakota NRCS State Office:

  • Address: 200 4th Street SW, Room 203, Huron, SD 57350 
  • Phone: (605) 352-1200

Sturgis, South Dakota NRCS Office:

  • Address: 2202 Main St, Sturgis, SD 57785 
  • Phone: (605) 347-4952