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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Fillmore County
Fillmore County lies in the Central Loess Plains (MLRA 75) region. Elevation averages about 1,644 feet.
Fillmore County averages 28.4 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 51.6°F.
Fillmore County's agricultural base centers on corn, cattle, and soybeans. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 496 farms working 361,979 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 16,491 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Nebraska |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Hogs, Wheat, Grain sorghum |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Fillmore County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
120 S 12th St, Geneva, NE 68361
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 Fillmore County Operations
Based on Fillmore County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP emphasizes irrigation water management and nitrogen management systems for groundwater protection. CSP participation is high for farmers implementing comprehensive conservation systems.
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 Fillmore County
Fillmore County shares borders with Clay County, Nebraska, Jefferson County, Nebraska, Nuckolls County, Nebraska, Saline County, Nebraska, Seward County, Nebraska, and Thayer County, Nebraska. 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 Fillmore County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Nebraska guide: Nebraska Farm Programs Guide
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