Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Clermont County
Elevation across Clermont County averages about 784 feet. The county falls within the Southern Illinois and Indiana Thin Loess and Till Plain (MLRA 114) land resource region.
The growing season in Clermont County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 45.4 inches per year. January lows average around 23°F while July highs reach about 86°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 815 farms in Clermont County, operating across 85,840 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 105 acres. Top commodities include soybeans, corn, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Ohio |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Corn, Horses, Cattle & calves, Floriculture, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
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 Clermont County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
702 S Main St, Georgetown, OH 45121
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1000 Locust St, Owensville, OH 45160
This county also has 1 additional NRCS office. View all offices
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 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. 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 Clermont County: Bracken County, Kentucky, Campbell County, Kentucky, Pendleton County, Kentucky, Brown County, Ohio, Clinton County, Ohio, and Hamilton County, Ohio. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
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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