Hendry County, Florida
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Flat terrain with vast agricultural fields and the Caloosahatchee River flowing along the southern boundary. Lake Okeechobee borders the eastern edge, with extensive drainage systems supporting intensive crop production on organic soils.
Large-scale sugarcane production dominates the agricultural landscape, utilizing advanced irrigation and harvesting systems on thousands of acres. Cattle ranching, citrus groves, and vegetable production diversify the agricultural economy in this intensively farmed county.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Florida |
| Top Commodities | Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Cattle & calves, Horses, Floriculture, Honey |
| Farms & Ranches | ~320 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~590,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~1,500 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Hendry County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.
What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.
Programs for Hendry County Operations
Based on Hendry County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water management and Everglades restoration compliance are critical for large-scale agricultural operations in this environmentally sensitive region. Precision agriculture and best management practices help optimize production while meeting strict environmental regulations and water quality standards.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.
We don't have Hendry County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Hendry County?"
Your Next Steps in Hendry County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Florida guide: Florida Farm Programs Guide
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