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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Woodford County
Elevation across Woodford County averages about 891 feet. The county falls within the Kentucky Bluegrass (MLRA 121) land resource region.
The growing season in Woodford County spans roughly 306 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 50.2 inches per year. January lows average around 25°F while July highs reach about 87°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 688 farms in Woodford County, operating across 103,650 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 151 acres. Top commodities include equine, equine, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | Bluegrass Region |
| Top Commodities | Horses, Cattle & calves, Tobacco, Corn, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Woodford County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
103 Lakeview Ct, Frankfort, KY 40601
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
182 Beasley Rd, Versailles, KY 40383
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.
Forage and Grazing in Woodford County
The forage year in Woodford County runs from green-up in April to peak growth in July (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 50,347 acres of pastureland and 8,541 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Woodford County
About 19% of Woodford County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 32% of farms are small and 4% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 151 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Woodford County
Given the operation mix in Woodford County, the practices that most often come up are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing for grazing operations; cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground; and brush management for rangeland. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.
Programs for Woodford County Operations
Based on Woodford County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs support high-value horse operations with fencing, water systems, and pasture management. Technical assistance emphasizes soil health and pasture quality maintenance for premium livestock operations.
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 Woodford County: Anderson County, Kentucky, Fayette County, Kentucky, Franklin County, Kentucky, Jessamine County, Kentucky, Mercer County, Kentucky, and Scott County, Kentucky. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Woodford 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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