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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Ste. Genevieve County
Ste. Genevieve County lies in the Ozark Highland (MLRA 116A) region. Elevation averages about 604 feet.
Ste. Genevieve County averages 44.4 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 55.9°F.
Ste. Genevieve County's agricultural base centers on soybeans, corn, and cattle. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 587 farms working 158,419 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 5,745 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Missouri |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Corn, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Poultry, Vegetables |
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 Ste. Genevieve County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
711 Pointe Basse Dr, Ste Genevieve, MO 63670
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 Ste. Genevieve County Operations
Based on Ste. Genevieve County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Flood management and soil conservation address the challenges of Mississippi River bottomland farming. Wetland restoration projects support waterfowl habitat in the river corridor.
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
Counties Bordering Ste. Genevieve County
Ste. Genevieve County shares borders with Monroe County, Illinois, Randolph County, Illinois, Jefferson County, Missouri, Perry County, Missouri, and St. Francois County, Missouri. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Ste. Genevieve 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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