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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Henderson County
Henderson County is part of the Kentucky and Indiana Sandstone and Shale Hills and Valleys, Southern Part land resource region (MLRA 120A). The county's mean elevation is about 380 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Henderson County sees 47.5 in of rain, a 334-day growing season, a 57.2°F mean annual temperature.
Henderson County carries 1,327 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 3,378 acres. 438 farms operate in the county, averaging 413 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Western Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Tobacco, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
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 Henderson County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
3100 Alvey Park Drive West, Owensboro, KY 42303
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
2606 Zion Road, Henderson, KY 42420
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 Henderson County Operations
Based on Henderson County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs focus on protecting water quality in the Ohio and Green River watersheds. Soil health initiatives promote cover crops and reduced tillage in row crop systems.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Henderson County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Posey County, Indiana, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, Warrick County, Indiana, Daviess County, Kentucky, McLean County, Kentucky, and Union County, Kentucky. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Henderson 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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