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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Larue County
Larue County is part of the Highland Rim and Pennyroyal land resource region (MLRA 122). The county's mean elevation is about 816 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Larue County sees 51.9 in of rain, a 306-day growing season, a 56.2°F mean annual temperature.
Larue County carries 7,069 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 14,998 acres. 701 farms operate in the county, averaging 158 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Dairy, Horses |
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 Larue County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
250 Sportsman Lake Rd, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
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 Larue County Operations
Based on Larue County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs protect water quality in the Nolin River watershed through buffer strips and nutrient management. Beginning farmer programs support new cattle operations and diversified farming 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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Larue County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Green County, Kentucky, Hardin County, Kentucky, Hart County, Kentucky, Marion County, Kentucky, Nelson County, Kentucky, and Taylor County, Kentucky. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Larue 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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