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Blackford County, Indiana

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Nearly level to gently rolling glacial till plains with well-drained soils and small stream systems. The county features remnant prairie areas and scattered woodlots between agricultural fields.

Corn and soybean production on fertile soils with some diversification into wheat and hay crops. Small to medium-sized family farms predominate with occasional livestock operations integrated into crop rotations.

Quick Facts
RegionEast Central Indiana
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Corn, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Sheep, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~190 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~75,000 acres
Average Farm Size~347 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 "Blackford 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 Blackford County Operations

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

CRP enrollment targets filter strips and wildlife habitat on smaller farm operations. EQIP supports soil conservation and water quality improvements through cover crops and reduced tillage practices.

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 Blackford County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Blackford County

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

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