Cass County, Indiana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Level to gently rolling glacial plains with the Wabash River and Eel River draining productive agricultural soils. The county features extensive tile drainage systems and scattered wetland areas.
Large-scale corn and soybean production with modern farming operations utilizing precision agriculture on highly productive soils. Some diversification into wheat and hay production with scattered livestock operations.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Wheat, Sheep, Fruit & tree nuts |
| Farms & Ranches | ~630 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~220,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~355 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Cass 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 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 — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.
We don't have Cass County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Cass County?"
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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