Livingston County, Illinois

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Flat to gently undulating prairie with some of Illinois' most fertile black soils. The Vermilion River and several tributaries provide drainage through the county.

Large-scale corn and soybean operations utilizing advanced precision agriculture technology. Farm sizes tend to be larger than state average with emphasis on efficiency and high yields.

Quick Facts


Region	East Central Illinois
Top Commodities	Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Poultry, Cattle & calves, Dairy
Farms & Ranches	~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~610,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~419 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Livingston 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 Livingston County Operations

Based on Livingston County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Conservation practices focus on drainage water management and precision nutrient application. Cover crop programs are expanding to protect soil during winter months.

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 Livingston County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Livingston County?"

Your Next Steps in Livingston 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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