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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Calloway County
Calloway County is part of the Southern Mississippi Valley Loess land resource region (MLRA 134). The county's mean elevation is about 532 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Calloway County sees 53.1 in of rain, a 334-day growing season, a 58.4°F mean annual temperature.
Calloway County carries 3,813 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 10,196 acres. 821 farms operate in the county, averaging 174 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Western Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Soybeans, Corn, Tobacco, Cattle & calves, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Calloway County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
107 W 5th St, Benton, KY 42025
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
88 Robertson Rd S, Murray, KY 42071
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 Calloway County Operations
Based on Calloway County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
University partnerships promote innovative farming practices and precision agriculture adoption. Kentucky Lake watershed programs emphasize nutrient management to protect water quality.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Calloway County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Graves County, Kentucky, Marshall County, Kentucky, Trigg County, Kentucky, Henry County, Tennessee, and Stewart County, Tennessee. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Calloway 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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