Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Henry County
Henry County lies in the Indiana and Ohio Till Plain (MLRA 111) region. Elevation averages about 1,063 feet.
Henry County averages 44.3 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 51.4°F.
Henry County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and hogs. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 584 farms working 178,215 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 2,922 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | East Central Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Wheat, Vegetables, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
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 Henry County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
146 E County Road 200 N, New Castle, IN 47362
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 Henry County Operations
Based on Henry County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CSP promotes cover crops and nutrient management on intensive grain farms. EQIP supports livestock facility improvements and drainage infrastructure upgrades.
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 Henry County
Henry County shares borders with Delaware County, Indiana, Fayette County, Indiana, Hancock County, Indiana, Madison County, Indiana, Randolph County, Indiana, and Rush County, Indiana. 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 Henry 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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