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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Hart County
Elevation across Hart County averages about 661 feet. The county falls within the Highland Rim and Pennyroyal (MLRA 122) land resource region.
The growing season in Hart County spans roughly 334 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 53.1 inches per year. January lows average around 26°F while July highs reach about 88°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 1,283 farms in Hart County, operating across 169,858 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 132 acres. Top commodities include cattle, soybeans, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Horses, Dairy, Tobacco |
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 Hart County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
207 Ymca Way, Glasgow, KY 42141
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
809 Main St, Munfordville, KY 42765
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 Hart County Operations
Based on Hart County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation practices address groundwater protection in karst terrain through proper nutrient management and waste handling. EQIP provides cost-share for alternative livestock watering systems to protect sensitive groundwater resources.
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 Hart County: Barren County, Kentucky, Edmonson County, Kentucky, Grayson County, Kentucky, Green County, Kentucky, Hardin County, Kentucky, and Larue County, Kentucky. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Hart 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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