Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Floyd County
Floyd County lies in the Kentucky and Indiana Sandstone and Shale Hills and Valleys, Northeastern Part (MLRA 120C) region. Elevation averages about 838 feet.
Floyd County averages 49.5 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 306 days. Annual mean temperature is 55.7°F.
Floyd County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and cattle. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 257 farms working 16,616 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 512 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southern Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Poultry, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Berries |
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 Floyd County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1855 Gardner Ln NW, Corydon, IN 47112
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 Floyd County
Floyd County reported 512 head of cattle across roughly 2,093 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows May green-up and a July growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Floyd County.
Farm Structure in Floyd County
Floyd County reports about 23 acres under irrigation. Farms average 65 acres, with about 52% classed as small operations. Around 26% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Floyd County
With cattle and corn in the mix in Floyd County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and brush management (rangeland). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Floyd County Operations
Based on Floyd County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP prioritizes erosion control and pasture management on steep slopes and fragile soils. Beginning Farmer programs support specialty crop production and agritourism development near urban markets.
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
Counties Bordering Floyd County
Floyd County shares borders with Clark County, Indiana, Harrison County, Indiana, Washington County, Indiana, and Jefferson County, Kentucky. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Floyd 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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