Franklin County, Kansas
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills and valleys with timber-lined creeks and the Marais des Cygnes River system. Pomona Lake provides recreation and water resources in the northern portion of the county.
Diversified farming includes corn, soybeans, and wheat production with significant cattle and hay operations. Smaller farm operations often combine crops with livestock enterprises.
Quick Facts
| Region | East Central Kansas |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Hogs, Wheat, Dairy |
| Farms & Ranches | ~710 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~250,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~305 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 "Franklin 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 Franklin County Operations
Based on Franklin County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Riparian forest buffers and stream bank stabilization projects protect water quality in this watershed area. Small farm viability programs support diversified agricultural operations.
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 Franklin County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Franklin County?"
Your Next Steps in Franklin County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Kansas guide: Kansas Farm Programs Guide
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