Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Warrick County
Warrick County lies in the Central Mississippi Valley Wooded Slopes (MLRA 115) region. Elevation averages about 463 feet.
Warrick County averages 48.9 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 306 days. Annual mean temperature is 56.3°F.
Warrick County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and cattle. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 335 farms working 123,966 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 2,144 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Indiana |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Horses, Honey, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Warrick County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1124 S 8th St, Boonville, IN 47601
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.
Forage and Grazing in Warrick County
Warrick County reported 2,144 head of cattle across roughly 4,934 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a July growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Warrick County.
Farm Structure in Warrick County
Farms average 370 acres, with about 30% classed as small operations. Around 28% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Warrick County
With cattle and equine in the mix in Warrick County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and brush management (rangeland). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Warrick County Operations
Based on Warrick County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs address challenges of farming on reclaimed mine lands and preventing erosion on steep terrain. Special emphasis on establishing vegetation and improving soil structure on former mining areas converted to agricultural use.
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
Counties Bordering Warrick County
Warrick County shares borders with Dubois County, Indiana, Gibson County, Indiana, Pike County, Indiana, Spencer County, Indiana, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, and Daviess County, Kentucky. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Warrick 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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