Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Henry County
Elevation across Henry County averages about 684 feet. The county falls within the Erie-Huron Lake Plain (MLRA 99) land resource region.
The growing season in Henry County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 36.3 inches per year. January lows average around 19°F while July highs reach about 85°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 948 farms in Henry County, operating across 243,932 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 257 acres. Top commodities include corn, soybeans, and milk.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Ohio |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Dairy, Wheat, Hogs, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: None (None).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Henry County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2254 Scott St, Napoleon, OH 43545
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.
Forage and Grazing in Henry County
The forage year in Henry County runs from green-up in June to peak growth in August (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 751 acres of pastureland and 1,027 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Henry County
About 23% of Henry County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 27% of farms are small and 8% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 257 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Henry County
Henry County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were grain, corn, and soybeans. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for dairies, waste storage, nutrient management, and Dairy Margin Coverage, and for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Henry County Operations
Based on Henry County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs focus on drainage water management and nutrient reduction strategies to address Lake Erie water quality concerns from tile drainage systems. The county emphasizes cover crop adoption, controlled drainage practices, and precision nutrient management to reduce phosphorus and nitrogen losses while maintaining high crop yields.
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 Henry County: Defiance County, Ohio, Fulton County, Ohio, Hancock County, Ohio, Lucas County, Ohio, Putnam County, Ohio, and Williams County, Ohio. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Henry 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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