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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Greene County
Elevation across Greene County averages about 1,222 feet. The county falls within the Springfield Plain (MLRA 116B) land resource region.
The growing season in Greene County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 45.0 inches per year. January lows average around 23°F while July highs reach about 89°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 1,668 farms in Greene County, operating across 197,605 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 118 acres. Top commodities include cattle, milk, and wheat.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Missouri |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Dairy, Wheat, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Floriculture |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
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 Greene County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
688 S State Highway B Ste 300, Springfield, MO 65802
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 Greene County Operations
Based on Greene County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Urban agriculture initiatives connect city residents with local food production through farmers markets and CSAs. Conservation practices focus on protecting water quality in streams that flow through both rural and urban areas.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Greene County: Christian County, Missouri, Dade County, Missouri, Dallas County, Missouri, Lawrence County, Missouri, Polk County, Missouri, and Webster County, Missouri. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Greene 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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