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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Gentry County
Gentry County is part of the Iowa and Missouri Heavy Till Plain land resource region (MLRA 109). The county's mean elevation is about 837 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Gentry County sees 38.1 in of rain, a 275-day growing season, a 52.2°F mean annual temperature.
Gentry County carries 15,652 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 60,393 acres. 629 farms operate in the county, averaging 426 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Missouri |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Corn, Wheat, Poultry, Sheep, Goats |
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 Gentry County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
512 E Hwy 136, Albany, MO 64402
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 Gentry County
Satellite vegetation data (2021–2025 average) shows forage in Gentry County greening up around May and peaking in August. The county carries about 60,393 acres of pastureland. Your county’s official normal grazing period is set by FSA and can differ from the satellite curve — confirm it with your local office, since it determines which drought weeks count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Gentry County
The 2022 Census of Agriculture puts Gentry County at an average farm size of 426 acres, 13% small operations, 24% of producers aged 65 or older, and about 63 acres irrigated. Those numbers shape which programs fit — your FSA and NRCS staff can tell you which ranking pool your operation falls into.
What Tends to Fit in Gentry County
Gentry County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were grain, soybeans, and corn. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — 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 Gentry County Operations
Based on Gentry County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Nutrient management planning helps livestock operations comply with environmental regulations while maintaining productivity. Conservation tillage practices are widely adopted to protect soil resources on gently sloping fields.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Gentry County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Andrew County, Missouri, Daviess County, Missouri, DeKalb County, Missouri, Harrison County, Missouri, Nodaway County, Missouri, and Worth County, Missouri. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Gentry 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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