Shelby County, Indiana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Gently rolling terrain with excellent agricultural soils and good drainage throughout most of the county. The Flatrock and Big Blue rivers provide drainage and create some bottomland areas.
Intensive corn and soybean production dominates on prime farmland with some of the state's highest productivity. Large-scale farming operations utilize modern technology to maximize efficiency on excellent soils.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Cattle & calves, Dairy, Fruit & tree nuts |
| Farms & Ranches | ~420 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~210,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~383 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 "Shelby 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 Shelby County Operations
Based on Shelby County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Precision agriculture adoption is high due to productive soils and progressive farming operations. Nutrient management planning addresses intensive crop production and livestock operations.
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 Shelby County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Shelby County?"
Your Next Steps in Shelby 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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