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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Logan County
Logan County lies in the Illinois and Iowa Deep Loess and Drift (MLRA 108) region. Elevation averages about 553 feet.
Logan County averages 38.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 52.5°F.
Logan County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and hogs. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 623 farms working 380,340 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 1,185 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Illinois |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Dairy |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Logan County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1650 5th St, Lincoln, IL 62656
This county also has 2 additional NRCS offices. 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.
Forage and Grazing in Logan County
Logan County reported 1,185 head of cattle across roughly 3,389 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows June green-up and a August growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Logan County.
Farm Structure in Logan County
Irrigation covers about 1% of farmland in Logan County, roughly 4,461 acres. Farms average 610 acres, with about 16% classed as small operations. Around 27% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Logan County
Given the operation mix in Logan County, the practices that most often come up are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing for grazing operations; cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground; and waste management and nutrient planning for confined livestock operations. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.
Programs for Logan County Operations
Based on Logan County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs promote sustainable intensification practices including cover crops and precision agriculture. Water quality protection is emphasized due to proximity to major watersheds.
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
Counties Bordering Logan County
Logan County shares borders with McLean County, Illinois, Macon County, Illinois, Mason County, Illinois, Menard County, Illinois, Sangamon County, Illinois, and Tazewell County, Illinois. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Logan 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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