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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Anderson County
Anderson County sits within the Kentucky Bluegrass (MLRA 121) region. Elevation averages about 668 feet.
Temperatures in Anderson County range from a January mean low of 25°F to a July mean high near 87°F. Annual precipitation averages 50.2 inches. Expect about 306 frost-free days.
Anderson County ran 705 farms, 59,410 acres of farmland, and 4,915 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, milk, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Dairy, Horses, Soybeans, Tobacco, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Anderson County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
103 Lakeview Ct, Frankfort, KY 40601
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
182 Beasley Rd, Versailles, KY 40383
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
Programs for Anderson County Operations
Based on Anderson County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Pasture renovation programs help maintain the quality bluegrass stands essential for horse and cattle operations. Conservation practices focus on protecting water quality in the Kentucky River watershed.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Bordering Counties
If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Franklin County, Kentucky, Mercer County, Kentucky, Nelson County, Kentucky, Shelby County, Kentucky, Spencer County, Kentucky, and Washington County, Kentucky. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Anderson County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Kentucky guide: Kentucky Farm Programs Guide
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