Howard County, Indiana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Nearly level glacial plain with fertile prairie soils and minimal topographic relief. Wildcat Creek flows through the county creating some bottom ground.
Intensive row crop agriculture focused on corn and soybean production with high yields. Livestock operations include hog production and cattle feeding integrated with grain farming.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Wheat, Cattle & calves, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~440 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~140,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~327 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 "Howard 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 Howard County Operations
Based on Howard County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CSP emphasizes soil health practices and precision nutrient management on highly productive land. EQIP supports modern livestock facilities and grain handling systems.
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 Howard County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Howard County?"
Your Next Steps in Howard 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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