Orange County, Indiana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Hilly terrain with limestone bedrock and extensive forested areas, including parts of the Hoosier National Forest. Springs and karst features are common throughout the county.
Small to medium-sized farms focus primarily on livestock production, utilizing the abundant pastureland. Limited row crop production occurs in the few areas with suitable topography and soils.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts |
| Farms & Ranches | ~350 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~95,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~224 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 "Orange 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 Orange County Operations
Based on Orange County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Forest management and pasture improvement are key conservation activities in this heavily wooded county. Water system development for livestock is frequently needed due to karst geology.
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 Orange County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Orange County?"
Your Next Steps in Orange 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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