Clermont County, Ohio
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Rolling hills and valleys with steep slopes characteristic of the Ohio River region. The Ohio River forms the southern border, with the East Fork Little Miami River providing major drainage through varied terrain.
Mixed farming operations adapted to hilly terrain focus on livestock grazing and hay production. Development pressure from Cincinnati metropolitan expansion affects agricultural land use and farm viability.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Ohio |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Corn, Horses, Cattle & calves, Floriculture, Vegetables |
| Farms & Ranches | ~380 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~86,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~105 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 "Clermont 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 Clermont County Operations
Based on Clermont County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Erosion control and pasture management address steep slope challenges. Farmland preservation programs help maintain agricultural operations under development pressure.
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 Clermont County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Clermont County?"
Your Next Steps in Clermont 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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