Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Pulaski County
Pulaski County sits within the Southern Michigan and Northern Indiana Drift Plains (MLRA 98) region. Elevation averages about 698 feet.
Temperatures in Pulaski County range from a January mean low of 17°F to a July mean high near 84°F. Annual precipitation averages 40.8 inches. Expect about 275 frost-free days.
Pulaski County ran 507 farms, 245,345 acres of farmland, and 3,766 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: corn, soybeans, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Sheep, Horses |
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 Pulaski County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
309 N Northwest Street, Winamac, IN 46996
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 Pulaski County Operations
Based on Pulaski County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland restoration and waterfowl habitat programs compete with agricultural use on former prairie lands. Drainage water management helps optimize crop production while protecting water quality.
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
Bordering Counties
If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Cass County, Indiana, Fulton County, Indiana, Jasper County, Indiana, Marshall County, Indiana, Starke County, Indiana, and White County, Indiana. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Pulaski 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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