Jasper County, Indiana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Nearly level prairie landscape with fertile black soils and extensive drainage systems. Kankakee River creates wetland areas and fertile bottom ground.
Large-scale grain production on highly productive prairie soils with modern equipment and facilities. Corn and soybean rotations dominate with some livestock integration.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Dairy, Corn, Hogs, Soybeans, Vegetables, Wheat |
| Farms & Ranches | ~480 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~310,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~515 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 "Jasper 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 Jasper County Operations
Based on Jasper County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CREP targets wetland restoration in the Kankakee River watershed. EQIP supports drainage infrastructure and nutrient management on highly productive prairie soils.
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 Jasper County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Jasper County?"
Your Next Steps in Jasper 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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