Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Cass County
Cass County is part of the Indiana and Ohio Till Plain land resource region (MLRA 111). The county's mean elevation is about 621 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Cass County sees 41.0 in of rain, a 275-day growing season, a 50.9°F mean annual temperature.
Cass County carries 8,757 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 2,893 acres. 633 farms operate in the county, averaging 355 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Wheat, Sheep, Fruit & tree nuts |
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 Cass County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
904 W Broadway, Logansport, IN 46947
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 Cass County
Satellite vegetation data (2021–2025 average) shows forage in Cass County greening up around April and peaking in July. The county carries about 2,893 acres of pastureland. Your county’s official normal grazing period is set by FSA and can differ from the satellite curve — confirm it with your local office, since it determines which drought weeks count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Cass County
The 2022 Census of Agriculture puts Cass County at an average farm size of 355 acres, 24% small operations, 23% of producers aged 65 or older, and about 11,725 acres irrigated. Those numbers shape which programs fit — your FSA and NRCS staff can tell you which ranking pool your operation falls into.
What Tends to Fit in Cass County
Cass 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 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 Cass County Operations
Based on Cass County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CSP promotes cover crops and nutrient management on intensive grain operations. EQIP funding supports drainage improvements and water quality protection in major river 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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Cass County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Carroll County, Indiana, Fulton County, Indiana, Howard County, Indiana, Miami County, Indiana, Pulaski County, Indiana, and White County, Indiana. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Cass County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Indiana guide: Indiana Farm Programs Guide
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