Union County, Ohio
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Flat to gently rolling glacial till plains with exceptionally fertile soils and excellent drainage characterize most of the county. The Scioto River headwaters begin in the northwestern portion.
Intensive cash grain production dominates with large-scale corn and soybean operations utilizing the highly productive soils. Some livestock operations remain, but crop farming has become increasingly specialized.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Ohio |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Soybeans, Corn, Hogs, Dairy, Wheat |
| Farms & Ranches | ~640 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~220,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~212 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 "Union 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 Union County Operations
Based on Union County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs emphasize precision agriculture adoption and nutrient management on high-yield soils. Cover crop initiatives help protect soil and water quality in this intensively farmed landscape.
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 Union County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Union County?"
Your Next Steps in Union 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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