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Massac County, Illinois

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Rolling hills and bottomland along the Ohio River with varied soil types and topography. Forested areas intermix with agricultural land throughout the county.

Corn and soybean production on better soils with significant cattle and hay operations. Many farms integrate multiple enterprises due to diverse land capabilities.

Quick Facts
RegionSouthern Illinois
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Goats, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~280 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~130,000 acres
Average Farm Size~363 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 "Massac 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 Massac County Operations

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

Conservation programs address forest management and erosion control on sloped terrain. Grazing management practices are emphasized for cattle operations.

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 Massac County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Massac County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Illinois guide: Illinois Farm Programs Guide

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