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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Greene County
Elevation across Greene County averages about 528 feet. The county falls within the Central Mississippi Valley Wooded Slopes (MLRA 115) land resource region.
The growing season in Greene County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 40.4 inches per year. January lows average around 20°F while July highs reach about 87°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 709 farms in Greene County, operating across 319,730 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 451 acres. Top commodities include corn, soybeans, and goats.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Illinois |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Vegetables, Poultry, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
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 Greene County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
17 N Us Hwy 67, Carrollton, IL 62016
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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 Greene County Operations
Based on Greene County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Soil conservation practices focus on preventing erosion on sloping ground and improving water infiltration. Grassland management and rotational grazing systems receive support to enhance both productivity and wildlife habitat.
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 Greene County: Calhoun County, Illinois, Jersey County, Illinois, Macoupin County, Illinois, Morgan County, Illinois, Pike County, Illinois, and Scott County, Illinois. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Greene County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Illinois guide: Illinois Farm Programs Guide
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