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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Sunflower County
Sunflower County is part of the Southern Mississippi River Alluvium land resource region (MLRA 131A). The county's mean elevation is about 126 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Sunflower County sees 55.5 in of rain, a 63.9°F mean annual temperature.
Sunflower County carries 77 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 1,977 acres. 301 farms operate in the county, averaging 1,269 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Mississippi Delta |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Corn, Rice, Wheat, 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 Sunflower County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
210 N Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Indianola, MS 38751
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 Sunflower County Operations
Based on Sunflower County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Advanced irrigation systems and precision agriculture maximize yields on delta farmland. Wetland conservation programs provide waterfowl habitat and flood control benefits.
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 Sunflower County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Bolivar County, Mississippi, Coahoma County, Mississippi, Humphreys County, Mississippi, Leflore County, Mississippi, Tallahatchie County, Mississippi, and Washington County, Mississippi. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Sunflower 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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