Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Greene County
Greene County sits within the Central Iowa and Minnesota Till Prairies (MLRA 103) region. Elevation averages about 1,040 feet.
Temperatures in Greene County range from a January mean low of 11°F to a July mean high near 84°F. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. Expect about 214 frost-free days.
Greene County ran 759 farms, 318,483 acres of farmland, and 15,958 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: corn, hogs, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Iowa |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Hogs, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Horses, Sheep |
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 Greene County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1703 N Elm St, Jefferson, IA 50129
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 Greene County Operations
Based on Greene County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Raccoon River watershed initiatives focus on reducing nutrient loading through cover crops and bioreactors. Wind energy compatibility programs help farmers integrate renewable energy development with continued agricultural production.
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 Boone County, Iowa, Calhoun County, Iowa, Carroll County, Iowa, Dallas County, Iowa, Guthrie County, Iowa, and Webster County, Iowa. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Greene 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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