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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Tate County
Tate County is part of the Southern Mississippi Valley Loess land resource region (MLRA 134). The county's mean elevation is about 275 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Tate County sees 56.5 in of rain, a 62.2°F mean annual temperature.
Tate County carries 20,796 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 34,771 acres. 503 farms operate in the county, averaging 288 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Mississippi |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Dairy, Vegetables, Cotton |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 6+ 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 Tate County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
502 N. Robinson Street, Senatobia, MS 38668
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 Tate County Operations
Based on Tate County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Terracing and contour farming address erosion control on rolling agricultural land throughout the county. Conservation programs emphasize water quality protection near Arkabutla Lake.
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 Tate County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include DeSoto County, Mississippi, Lafayette County, Mississippi, Marshall County, Mississippi, Panola County, Mississippi, and Tunica County, Mississippi. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Tate 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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