Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Pike County
Elevation across Pike County averages about 468 feet. The county falls within the Central Mississippi Valley Wooded Slopes (MLRA 115) land resource region.
The growing season in Pike County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 48.2 inches per year. January lows average around 23°F while July highs reach about 87°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 279 farms in Pike County, operating across 88,483 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 317 acres. Top commodities include corn, soybeans, and hogs.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Poultry, Soybeans, Hogs, Wheat, Cattle & calves |
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 Pike County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2103 E Main St, Petersburg, IN 47567
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 Pike County Operations
Based on Pike County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Reclaimed mine land management requires specialized conservation practices to establish productive agriculture. Pasture establishment and improvement programs help optimize grazing operations on challenging terrain.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Pike County: Daviess County, Indiana, Dubois County, Indiana, Gibson County, Indiana, Knox County, Indiana, and Warrick County, Indiana. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Pike 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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