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Lee County, Illinois
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Level to gently rolling prairie terrain with deep, fertile soils formed from glacial deposits. The Green River flows through the southern portion of the county.
Intensive corn and soybean production on some of the state's most productive farmland. Large-scale grain operations dominate with high yields due to excellent soil conditions.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northern Illinois |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Vegetables |
| Farms & Ranches | ~380 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~380,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~456 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 "Lee 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 Lee County Operations
Based on Lee County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize precision agriculture techniques and nutrient management on high-yielding soils. Drainage management and cover crops are priorities for maintaining soil productivity.
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 Lee County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Lee County?"
Your Next Steps in Lee 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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