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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Andrew County
Andrew County lies in the Iowa and Missouri Deep Loess Hills (MLRA 107) region. Elevation averages about 962 feet.
Andrew County averages 37.3 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 52.9°F.
Andrew County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and cattle. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 625 farms working 157,750 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 5,845 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Missouri |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Dairy, Goats, Berries |
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 Andrew County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
105 W Us Highway 71, Savannah, MO 64485
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 Andrew County
Andrew County reported 5,845 head of cattle across roughly 14,904 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a July growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Andrew County.
Farm Structure in Andrew County
Irrigation covers about 1% of farmland in Andrew County, roughly 1,465 acres. Farms average 252 acres, with about 23% classed as small operations. Around 22% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Andrew County
Andrew County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were grain, corn, and soybeans. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for dairies, waste storage, nutrient management, and Dairy Margin Coverage; and for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Andrew County Operations
Based on Andrew County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs focus on drainage management and soil conservation in the productive river bottom ground. Technical assistance supports precision nutrient application and cover crop 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 Andrew County
Andrew County shares borders with Doniphan County, Kansas, Buchanan County, Missouri, DeKalb County, Missouri, Gentry County, Missouri, Holt County, Missouri, and Nodaway County, Missouri. 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 Andrew County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Missouri guide: Missouri Farm Programs Guide
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