Posey County, Indiana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Flat to gently rolling terrain along the Ohio and Wabash rivers with extensive fertile bottomlands. The county sits at the confluence of these major rivers creating rich alluvial soils.
Large-scale corn and soybean production dominates on the excellent soils throughout the county. Some of Indiana's highest yields are achieved on these prime river bottom lands.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts |
| Farms & Ranches | ~320 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~260,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~554 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 "Posey 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 Posey County Operations
Based on Posey County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Flood protection and drainage management are ongoing concerns due to proximity to major rivers. Precision agriculture technologies are widely adopted to maximize yields on premium 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 Posey County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Posey County?"
Your Next Steps in Posey 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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