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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Todd County
Todd County is part of the Highland Rim and Pennyroyal land resource region (MLRA 122). The county's mean elevation is about 745 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Todd County sees 51.9 in of rain, a 334-day growing season, a 58.0°F mean annual temperature.
Todd County carries 9,605 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 13,359 acres. 551 farms operate in the county, averaging 340 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Western Kentucky |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Hogs, Tobacco |
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 Todd County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
253 Hopkinsville Rd, Russellville, KY 42276
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
101 Elk Fork Rd, Elkton, KY 42220
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 Todd County Operations
Based on Todd County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize precision agriculture adoption and nutrient management in intensive crop systems. Conservation efforts focus on soil health improvement and water quality protection through cover crops and buffer strips.
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 Todd County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Christian County, Kentucky, Logan County, Kentucky, Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, Montgomery County, Tennessee, and Robertson County, Tennessee. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Todd 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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