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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Pearl River County
Pearl River County lies in the Gulf Coastal Plain (MLRA 133C) region. Elevation averages about 194 feet.
Pearl River County averages 64.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 66.7°F.
Pearl River County's agricultural base centers on cattle, sod, and milk. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 665 farms working 104,384 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 8,548 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Mississippi |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries, Dairy, Vegetables, 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 Pearl River County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
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 Pearl River County Operations
Based on Pearl River County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Forest management practices emphasize sustainable timber harvesting and reforestation programs. Livestock operations receive support for pasture improvement and rotational grazing 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
Counties Bordering Pearl River County
Pearl River County shares borders with St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, Washington Parish, Louisiana, Forrest County, Mississippi, Hancock County, Mississippi, Harrison County, Mississippi, and Lamar County, Mississippi. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Pearl River 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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