Auglaize County, Ohio
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Flat to gently rolling glaciated plains with extremely fertile soils and excellent drainage. The Auglaize River flows northwest through the county, with Grand Lake St. Marys forming part of the southern border.
Intensive row crop production with some of the highest yields in Ohio, complemented by modern livestock operations. Large grain farms utilize the latest precision agriculture technologies on highly productive soils.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Ohio |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Hogs, Cattle & calves, Dairy, Poultry |
| Farms & Ranches | ~380 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~230,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~229 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Auglaize County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.
What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.
Programs for Auglaize County Operations
Based on Auglaize County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Water quality improvement is a major focus due to Grand Lake St. Marys watershed concerns. Nutrient management and conservation tillage practices are heavily promoted and funded.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.
We don't have Auglaize County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Auglaize County?"
Your Next Steps in Auglaize County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Ohio guide: Ohio Farm Programs Guide
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