Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Logan County
Logan County lies in the Indiana and Ohio Till Plain (MLRA 111) region. Elevation averages about 1,248 feet.
Logan County averages 41.2 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 275 days. Annual mean temperature is 50.9°F.
Logan County's agricultural base centers on corn, soybeans, and milk. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 977 farms working 204,656 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 4,696 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Central Ohio |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Poultry, Dairy, Cattle & calves, Hogs |
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 Logan County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
324 County Road 11, Bellefontaine, OH 43311
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 Logan County
Logan County reported 4,696 head of cattle across roughly 4,648 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows June green-up and a August growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Logan County.
Farm Structure in Logan County
Logan County reports about 357 acres under irrigation. Farms average 209 acres, with about 36% classed as small operations. Around 23% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Logan County
Given the operation mix in Logan County, the practices that most often come up are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing for grazing operations; waste storage, nutrient management, and Dairy Margin Coverage for dairies; and cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.
Programs for Logan County Operations
Based on Logan County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs emphasize precision agriculture adoption and cover crop usage to maintain soil health and reduce nutrient runoff from intensive crop production systems. The county focuses on sustainable intensification practices and water quality protection while supporting both crop and livestock operations on highly productive agricultural land.
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 Logan County
Logan County shares borders with Auglaize County, Ohio, Champaign County, Ohio, Hardin County, Ohio, Shelby County, Ohio, and Union County, Ohio. 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 Logan 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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