Davis County, Iowa
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills and gentle slopes characterize this county's landscape, with the Chariton River flowing through the eastern portion. Fox Lake and several smaller wetlands provide habitat for waterfowl and contribute to the county's natural drainage systems.
Corn and soybean rotation dominates the agricultural landscape, with cattle operations concentrated in the hillier western areas. Many farms integrate livestock grazing with crop production, utilizing the county's mix of fertile bottomland and pasture-suitable uplands.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Iowa |
| Top Commodities | Hogs, Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Dairy |
| Farms & Ranches | ~420 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~210,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~227 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 "Davis 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 Davis County Operations
Based on Davis County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation efforts focus on soil erosion control on sloped fields and wetland restoration projects. Beginning farmer programs are actively promoted due to an aging farm population in this rural county.
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 Davis County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Davis County?"
Your Next Steps in Davis County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Iowa guide: Iowa Farm Programs Guide
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