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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Casey County
Casey County sits within the Highland Rim and Pennyroyal (MLRA 122) region. Elevation averages about 812 feet.
Temperatures in Casey County range from a January mean low of 25°F to a July mean high near 86°F. Annual precipitation averages 52.4 inches. Expect about 306 frost-free days.
Casey County ran 975 farms, 188,753 acres of farmland, and 20,743 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, corn, and milk.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Dairy, Soybeans, Poultry, 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 Casey County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
102 Metker Trl, Stanford, KY 40484
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
46 Farmers Deposit Drive Ste 200, Liberty, KY 42539
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 Casey County Operations
Based on Casey County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Grassland management programs optimize cattle production on rolling pastures while protecting soil and water resources. Beginning farmer programs support young producers entering cattle and row crop enterprises.
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 Adair County, Kentucky, Boyle County, Kentucky, Lincoln County, Kentucky, Marion County, Kentucky, Pulaski County, Kentucky, and Russell County, Kentucky. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.
Your Next Steps in Casey 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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