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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Warren County
Warren County lies in the Illinois and Iowa Deep Loess and Drift (MLRA 108) region. Elevation averages about 770 feet.
Warren County averages 38.2 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 50.7°F.
Warren County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and hogs. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 660 farms working 279,691 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 7,872 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Illinois |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Goats, Wheat |
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 Warren County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
233 S Soangetaha Rd, Galesburg, IL 61401
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
701 N Main St, Monmouth, IL 61462
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 Warren County
Warren County reported 7,872 head of cattle across roughly 13,069 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows June green-up and a July 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 Warren County.
Farm Structure in Warren County
Warren County reports about 359 acres under irrigation. Farms average 424 acres, with about 16% classed as small operations. Around 27% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Warren County
Warren County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were grain, corn, and soybeans. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election; and for confined livestock operations, waste management and nutrient planning. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Warren County Operations
Based on Warren County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CSP promotes cover crop adoption and conservation tillage systems to maintain soil health. EQIP provides cost-share for precision agriculture equipment and livestock facility improvements.
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 Warren County
Warren County shares borders with Fulton County, Illinois, Henderson County, Illinois, Knox County, Illinois, McDonough County, Illinois, and Mercer 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 Warren 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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