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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: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 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.
Forage and Grazing in Greene County
The forage year in Greene County runs from green-up in April to peak growth in June (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 94,464 acres of pastureland and 23,886 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Greene County
About 22% of Greene County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 41% of farms are small and 4% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 118 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Greene County
Greene County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cattle, grain, and milk. 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 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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