Putnam County, Indiana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling terrain with good agricultural soils and moderate relief throughout most of the county. Several creeks and streams create valleys that add diversity to the landscape.
Corn and soybean production predominates on family farms with some livestock operations providing diversification. The county maintains a strong agricultural economy with productive soils.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Dairy |
| Farms & Ranches | ~520 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~170,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~240 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 "Putnam 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 Putnam County Operations
Based on Putnam County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Soil conservation and water quality protection drive most conservation activities in this productive agricultural county. Cover crop adoption is increasing to improve soil health between cash crops.
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 Putnam County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Putnam County?"
Your Next Steps in Putnam 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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