← Mississippi Farm Programs Guide
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Claiborne County
Claiborne County is part of the Southern Mississippi Valley Loess land resource region (MLRA 134). The county's mean elevation is about 242 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Claiborne County sees 57.2 in of rain, a 65.6°F mean annual temperature.
Claiborne County carries 3,252 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 7,963 acres. 172 farms operate in the county, averaging 392 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Mississippi |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 13+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
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 Claiborne County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1204 Market St, Port Gibson, MS 39150
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 Claiborne County Operations
Based on Claiborne County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP addresses severe erosion issues on loess bluffs and pasture improvements. CRP enrollment emphasizes highly erodible land protection and riparian forest buffers.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Claiborne County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Tensas Parish, Louisiana, Copiah County, Mississippi, Hinds County, Mississippi, Jefferson County, Mississippi, and Warren County, Mississippi. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Claiborne County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Mississippi guide: Mississippi Farm Programs Guide
Part of Farmer's Navigator. Built by ranchers. Every guide on this site is free.