Sullivan County, Indiana
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Flat to gently rolling prairie landscape with fertile bottomlands along the Wabash River forming the western border. The terrain includes remnants of original prairie and some of Indiana's most productive agricultural soils.
Large-scale grain production dominates with extensive corn and soybean fields on highly productive prairie soils. Coal mining has historically been important, with some reclaimed mine lands now converted to productive agricultural use.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Poultry, Vegetables, Cattle & calves, Wheat |
| Farms & Ranches | ~380 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~180,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~430 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 "Sullivan 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 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 — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.
We don't have Sullivan County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Sullivan County?"
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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