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McLean County, Kentucky

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Rolling terrain between the Green and Ohio Rivers characterizes this coal-rich county, with surface mining having altered much of the original landscape. Reclaimed mine sites now provide additional agricultural opportunities alongside traditional farmland.

Corn and soybean production utilizes both traditional farmland and reclaimed mine sites with proper soil amendments. Cattle operations graze on improved pastures established on both native soils and reclaimed areas.

Quick Facts
RegionWestern Kentucky
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Soybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Tobacco, Hogs
Farms & Ranches~280 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~110,000 acres
Average Farm Size~327 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "McLean County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.

What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.

Programs for McLean County Operations

Based on McLean County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Soil testing and amendment programs help optimize crop production on reclaimed mine soils with pH and nutrient challenges. Water management systems address both drainage and irrigation needs on variable soil types.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have McLean County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in McLean County?"

Your Next Steps in McLean County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Kentucky guide: Kentucky Farm Programs Guide

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