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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Lenawee County
Lenawee County lies in the Indiana and Ohio Till Plain (MLRA 111) region. Elevation averages about 825 feet.
Lenawee County averages 34.3 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 244 days. Annual mean temperature is 49.2°F.
Lenawee County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and milk. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,205 farms working 327,255 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 13,506 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeastern Michigan |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Wheat |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
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 Lenawee County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1100 Sutton Rd, Adrian, MI 49221
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 Lenawee County Operations
Based on Lenawee County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation efforts focus on protecting Lake Erie water quality through precision nutrient management and cover crop adoption. Technical assistance emphasizes tile drainage water management and livestock waste utilization systems.
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
Counties Bordering Lenawee County
Lenawee County shares borders with Hillsdale County, Michigan, Jackson County, Michigan, Monroe County, Michigan, Washtenaw County, Michigan, Fulton County, Ohio, and Lucas County, Ohio. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Lenawee County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Michigan guide: Michigan Farm Programs Guide
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