Campbell County, Kentucky: USDA programs and conservation funding

493
Farms & Ranches
39K
Acres in Agriculture
79
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$1.7M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Field Crops, Other, Corn, Equine, Equine
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Campbell County, Kentucky has 493 farms working 38,744 agricultural acres (average 79 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $1.7 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Field Crops, Other, Corn. Vegetation typically peaks in May, defining the primary growing season.

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

About Campbell County

Elevation across Campbell County averages about 687 feet. The county falls within the Kentucky Bluegrass (MLRA 121) land resource region.

The growing season in Campbell County spans roughly 306 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 45.0 inches per year. January lows average around 24°F while July highs reach about 86°F.

The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 493 farms in Campbell County, operating across 38,744 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 79 acres. Top commodities include cattle, corn, and equine.


Quick Facts

RegionNorthern Kentucky
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Corn, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Poultry, Horses

Current Conditions

Drought status: None (None).

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 Campbell County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

6028 Camp Ernst Rd, Burlington, KY 41005

(859) 586-6175

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 Campbell County Operations

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

Urban agriculture programs support local food production and farmers markets in the Cincinnati metropolitan area. Farmland preservation efforts help maintain agricultural operations under development pressure.

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

Adjacent Counties

Counties bordering Campbell County: Kenton County, Kentucky, Pendleton County, Kentucky, Clermont County, Ohio, and Hamilton County, Ohio. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.

Your Next Steps in Campbell 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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Vegetation Baseline

0.72
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.79
Peak season (May)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Campbell County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.