Union County, Iowa
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills and valleys with the Grand River system creating diverse agricultural landscapes and wildlife habitat. The terrain varies from gentle slopes suitable for crops to steeper areas better adapted for pasture and conservation uses.
Diversified farming operations combine cattle production with row crops depending on land suitability and topography. Hay production is significant for supporting livestock enterprises, while corn and soybeans are grown on the most productive soils.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Iowa |
| Top Commodities | Hogs, Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Horses |
| Farms & Ranches | ~360 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~210,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~365 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 "Union 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 Union County Operations
Based on Union County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize grassland conservation and water quality protection due to significant livestock operations and sensitive watershed areas. Rotational grazing systems and stream buffer establishment are priorities for maintaining both agricultural productivity and environmental quality.
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 Union County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Union County?"
Your Next Steps in Union 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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