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Clinton County, Indiana

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Nearly level glacial till plains with highly productive prairie soils and extensive tile drainage systems. The county represents prime agricultural land with minimal topographic variation and rich soils.

Intensive corn and soybean production on some of the state's most productive agricultural soils. Large-scale farming operations utilize modern equipment and precision agriculture to maximize yields on excellent farmland.


Quick Facts

RegionCentral Indiana
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Hogs, Wheat, Floriculture, Horses
Farms & Ranches~380 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~210,000 acres
Average Farm Size~391 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 "Clinton 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 Clinton County Operations

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

CSP promotes cover crops and nutrient management on high-input grain operations. EQIP supports precision agriculture adoption and water quality protection on intensively farmed lands.

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 Clinton County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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


Your Next Steps in Clinton 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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