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Jasper County, Iowa

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Rolling prairie terrain with fertile soils extends across most of the county, while the Skunk River and its tributaries create valley systems and bottomlands. Rock Creek State Park features a large lake and diverse habitats including prairie, woodland, and wetland areas.

Intensive corn and soybean production dominates the agricultural landscape, with many operations also including hog or cattle enterprises for diversification. The county's productive soils and favorable climate consistently produce above-average yields for major row crops.

Quick Facts
RegionSouth Central Iowa
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~520 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~440,000 acres
Average Farm Size~382 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Jasper 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 Jasper County Operations

Based on Jasper County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Skunk River watershed management includes nutrient reduction strategies and wetland restoration in strategically located areas. Beginning farmer programs help new operators establish themselves in this productive agricultural region near the Des Moines metro area.

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 Jasper County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Jasper County?"

Your Next Steps in Jasper County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Iowa guide: Iowa Farm Programs Guide

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