Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Sullivan County
Sullivan County sits within the Central Mississippi Valley Wooded Slopes (MLRA 115) region. Elevation averages about 488 feet.
Temperatures in Sullivan County range from a January mean low of 22°F to a July mean high near 87°F. Annual precipitation averages 45.5 inches. Expect about 275 frost-free days.
Sullivan County ran 411 farms, 176,644 acres of farmland, and 948 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: corn, soybeans, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Poultry, Vegetables, Cattle & calves, Wheat |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
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 Sullivan County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2306 N Section St, Sullivan, IN 47882
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 Sullivan County Operations
Based on Sullivan County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize soil conservation on highly erodible prairie soils and reclamation of former mining areas for agricultural use. Water management systems are critical for the flat terrain to prevent flooding and improve drainage.
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 Clark County, Illinois, Crawford County, Illinois, Clay County, Indiana, Greene County, Indiana, Knox County, Indiana, and Vigo County, Indiana. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Sullivan 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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