Montgomery County, Ohio
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Montgomery County encompasses rolling glacial plains with fertile soils, though much agricultural land has been converted to urban development around Dayton. The Great Miami River flows through the county creating valley bottomlands.
Agriculture operates on the urban fringe with remaining farms focusing on direct marketing to metropolitan consumers and intensive production on limited acreage. Operations emphasize specialty crops, market gardens, and agritourism.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Ohio |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Floriculture, Wheat, Vegetables |
| Farms & Ranches | ~285 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~120,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~150 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 "Montgomery 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 Montgomery County Operations
Based on Montgomery County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Programs support urban agriculture initiatives and help beginning farmers access land near metropolitan markets. Conservation focuses on protecting remaining farmland from development pressure and managing stormwater runoff.
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 Montgomery County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Montgomery County?"
Your Next Steps in Montgomery 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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