Monroe County, Iowa
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills of the Southern Iowa Drift Plain with numerous coal mining areas now reclaimed for agriculture. Steep valleys and prairie uplands create challenging farming conditions.
Corn and soybean production adapted to rolling topography and reclaimed mine lands. Cattle operations utilize both improved pastures and marginal cropland on steeper slopes.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Iowa |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Vegetables, Grain sorghum, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~390 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~200,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~318 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 "Monroe 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 Monroe County Operations
Based on Monroe County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Mine land reclamation programs continue to improve soil productivity on former coal sites. Steep slope conservation practices prevent erosion and protect water quality in tributary watersheds.
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 Monroe County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Monroe County?"
Your Next Steps in Monroe 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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