Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Dubois County
Elevation across Dubois County averages about 546 feet. The county falls within the Kentucky and Indiana Sandstone and Shale Hills and Valleys, Northwestern Part (MLRA 120B) land resource region.
The growing season in Dubois County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 49.7 inches per year. January lows average around 23°F while July highs reach about 87°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 740 farms in Dubois County, operating across 159,666 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 216 acres. Top commodities include corn, soybeans, and hogs.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Dairy |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
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 Dubois County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1486 Executive Blvd, Jasper, IN 47546
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.
Programs for Dubois County Operations
Based on Dubois County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports poultry facility improvements and waste management systems. CSP enrollment emphasizes rotational grazing and forest management integrated with agricultural operations.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Dubois County: Crawford County, Indiana, Daviess County, Indiana, Martin County, Indiana, Orange County, Indiana, Perry County, Indiana, and Pike County, Indiana. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Dubois 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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