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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Harrison County
Harrison County is part of the Gulf Coastal Plain land resource region (MLRA 133C). The county's mean elevation is about 13 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Harrison County sees 65.5 in of rain, a 67.1°F mean annual temperature.
Harrison County carries 1,907 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 5,257 acres. 318 farms operate in the county, averaging 45 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Gulf Coast Mississippi |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Vegetables, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses, Berries, Poultry |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Harrison County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
12238 Ashley Dr, Gulfport, MS 39503
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
310 Highway 26 E Suite B, Poplarville, MS 39470
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 Harrison County Operations
Based on Harrison County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP emphasizes hurricane recovery and coastal resilience for agricultural operations. Programs support urban agriculture and specialty crop production systems.
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 Harrison County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Hancock County, Mississippi, Jackson County, Mississippi, Pearl River County, Mississippi, and Stone County, Mississippi. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Harrison 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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