Clay County, Indiana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills with clay soils and the Eel River system providing drainage for agricultural valleys. The county features remnant prairie areas and scattered coal mining history affecting some agricultural lands.
Corn and soybean production adapted to clay soils with pasture-based cattle operations on rolling hills. Agricultural operations balance crop production with livestock grazing systems suited to variable terrain.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Horses, Wheat, Fruit & tree nuts |
| Farms & Ranches | ~430 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~170,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~348 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 "Clay 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 Clay County Operations
Based on Clay County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CSP enrollment emphasizes soil health improvements on challenging clay soils. EQIP supports pasture improvements and stream protection in rolling agricultural 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 Clay County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Clay County?"
Your Next Steps in Clay 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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