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Butler County, Kentucky

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

The Green River meanders through this county creating fertile bottomlands, while surrounding hills provide diverse agricultural opportunities. Morgantown sits in a valley where multiple tributaries converge with the main river.

Bottom farms produce high yields of corn, soybeans, and wheat, while hillside operations focus on cattle grazing and hay production. Coal mining has historically competed with agriculture for land use.

Quick Facts
RegionWestern Kentucky
Top CommoditiesCorn, Soybeans, Poultry, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Sheep
Farms & Ranches~340 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~170,000 acres
Average Farm Size~267 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Butler 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 Butler County Operations

Based on Butler County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Reclaimed mine land programs convert former coal sites to productive pasture and cropland. Green River watershed protection emphasizes nutrient management and erosion control practices.

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 Butler County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Butler County?"

Your Next Steps in Butler County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Kentucky guide: Kentucky Farm Programs Guide

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