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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Copiah County
Copiah County is part of the Southern Mississippi Valley Loess land resource region (MLRA 134). The county's mean elevation is about 332 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Copiah County sees 58.9 in of rain, a 65.3°F mean annual temperature.
Copiah County carries 16,094 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 27,642 acres. 444 farms operate in the county, averaging 234 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest Mississippi |
| Top Commodities | Poultry, Soybeans, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses, Berries |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). 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 Copiah County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
27169 Highway 28, Hazlehurst, MS 39083
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 Copiah County Operations
Based on Copiah County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports specialty crop production systems and livestock facility improvements. CSP promotes soil health practices and integrated pest management in vegetable operations.
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 Copiah County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Claiborne County, Mississippi, Hinds County, Mississippi, Jefferson County, Mississippi, Lawrence County, Mississippi, Lincoln County, Mississippi, and Rankin County, Mississippi. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Copiah County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Mississippi guide: Mississippi Farm Programs Guide
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