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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Daviess County
Elevation across Daviess County averages about 427 feet. The county falls within the Kentucky and Indiana Sandstone and Shale Hills and Valleys, Southern Part (MLRA 120A) land resource region.
The growing season in Daviess County spans roughly 334 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 48.6 inches per year. January lows average around 25°F while July highs reach about 88°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 974 farms in Daviess County, operating across 271,336 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 279 acres. Top commodities include corn, soybeans, and tobacco.
Quick Facts
| Region | Western Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Poultry, Tobacco, Wheat, Floriculture |
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 Daviess County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
3100 Alvey Park Drive West, Owensboro, KY 42303
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 Daviess County Operations
Based on Daviess County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize nutrient management and cover crops to protect Ohio River water quality. Precision agriculture practices are promoted through CSP to optimize fertilizer application and reduce environmental impact.
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 Daviess County: Spencer County, Indiana, Warrick County, Indiana, Hancock County, Kentucky, Henderson County, Kentucky, McLean County, Kentucky, and Ohio County, Kentucky. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Daviess 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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