Russell County, Kansas
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills with the Saline River valley and several tributaries creating diverse topography. Features limestone outcrops, native grasslands, and fertile bottomland soils with post rock limestone fenceposts.
Mixed crop and livestock operations with both irrigated and dryland farming systems. Wheat, corn, and cattle production dominate while some farms integrate oil production with agricultural activities.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Kansas |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Cattle & calves, Grain sorghum, Soybeans, Corn, Hogs |
| Farms & Ranches | ~485 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~430,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~847 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 "Russell 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 Russell County Operations
Based on Russell County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
CSP supports diverse crop rotations and grazing management on working lands. EQIP funding emphasizes soil conservation practices and livestock water system improvements.
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 Russell County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Russell County?"
Your Next Steps in Russell 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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