Tate County, Mississippi

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Rolling hills transition to flatter terrain near the Mississippi border with mixed forests and agricultural valleys. Arkabutla Lake and Dam provide flood control on the Coldwater River.

Diversified agriculture includes cotton, soybeans, and corn production alongside cattle operations and timber farming. Lake-adjacent areas support some recreational and specialty farming activities.

Quick Facts


Region	North Mississippi
Top Commodities	Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Dairy, Vegetables, Cotton
Farms & Ranches	~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land	~140,000 acres
Average Farm Size	~288 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Tate County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.

What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.

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 — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Tate County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Tate County?"

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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