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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Simpson County
Elevation across Simpson County averages about 675 feet. The county falls within the Highland Rim and Pennyroyal (MLRA 122) land resource region.
The growing season in Simpson County spans roughly 334 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 51.5 inches per year. January lows average around 28°F while July highs reach about 89°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 400 farms in Simpson County, operating across 109,458 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 274 acres. Top commodities include corn, soybeans, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Tobacco, Horses, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Simpson County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
925 Lovers Ln, Bowling Green, KY 42103
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1300 Bluegrass Rd Ste B, Franklin, KY 42134
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 Simpson County Operations
Based on Simpson County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize cover crops and nutrient management in intensive row crop systems. Technical assistance supports transition from tobacco to alternative crops and improved livestock facilities.
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 Simpson County: Allen County, Kentucky, Logan County, Kentucky, Warren County, Kentucky, Robertson County, Tennessee, and Sumner County, Tennessee. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Simpson 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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