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Benton County, Missouri

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Rolling hills and valleys in the Osage River watershed with a mix of prairie soils and timber along waterways. Truman Lake covers the northern portion creating significant shoreline and recreational areas.

Mixed farming systems combine beef cattle production with limited row crop farming on suitable ground. Hay production and pasture-based livestock operations predominate with some corn and soybean cultivation.

Quick Facts
RegionWest Central Missouri
Top CommoditiesPoultry, Cattle & calves, Corn, Soybeans, Dairy, Vegetables
Farms & Ranches~580 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~200,000 acres
Average Farm Size~276 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Benton County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.

What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.

Programs for Benton County Operations

Based on Benton County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Programs emphasize erosion control and water quality protection around Truman Lake. Technical assistance supports pasture improvement and rotational grazing near the reservoir.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Benton County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Benton County?"

Your Next Steps in Benton County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Missouri guide: Missouri Farm Programs Guide

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