Butler County, Missouri

Farm Programs & Local Resources

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

Level to gently rolling terrain transitioning from Ozark foothills to Mississippi River lowlands. Black River and St. Francis River systems drain the county creating fertile bottom ground.

Mixed farming includes row crop production on level ground and cattle operations on rolling areas. Rice, corn, and soybean production occurs in suitable areas while beef cattle utilize pasture and hay ground.

Quick Facts


Region	Southeast Missouri
Top Commodities	Soybeans, Rice, Corn, Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Horses
Farms & Ranches	~480 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~250,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~555 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 "Butler 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 Butler County Operations

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

Programs support water management for rice production and wetland conservation. Technical assistance emphasizes soil conservation and precision leveling for flood irrigation systems.

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 Butler County's specific LWG priorities yet.

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

Your Next Steps in Butler 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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