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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Gallatin County
Elevation across Gallatin County averages about 760 feet. The county falls within the Kentucky Bluegrass (MLRA 121) land resource region.
The growing season in Gallatin County spans roughly 306 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 47.4 inches per year. January lows average around 24°F while July highs reach about 87°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 157 farms in Gallatin County, operating across 26,928 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 172 acres. Top commodities include tobacco, soybeans, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northern Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Tobacco, Soybeans, Vegetables, Corn, Cattle & calves, Wheat |
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 Gallatin County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
6028 Camp Ernst Rd, Burlington, KY 41005
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1800 Highland Ave, Carrollton, KY 41008
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 Gallatin County Operations
Based on Gallatin County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation efforts prioritize Ohio River water quality protection through nutrient management and buffer strips. Soil health practices including cover crops are promoted to maintain the productivity of valuable bottomland soils.
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 Gallatin County: Switzerland County, Indiana, Boone County, Kentucky, Carroll County, Kentucky, Grant County, Kentucky, and Owen County, Kentucky. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Gallatin 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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