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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Tishomingo County
Tishomingo County lies in the Gulf Coastal Plain (MLRA 133C) region. Elevation averages about 596 feet.
Tishomingo County averages 58.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 60.6°F.
Tishomingo County's agricultural base centers on cotton, equine, and hogs. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 183 farms working 32,282 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 1,199 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Mississippi |
| Top Commodities | Cotton, Vegetables, Horses, Hogs, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Abnormally Dry (D0) — monitor conditions.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Tishomingo County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
615 W Church St, Booneville, MS 38829
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
3103 Mullins Dr, Corinth, MS 38834
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.
Forage and Grazing in Tishomingo County
Tishomingo County reported 1,199 head of cattle across roughly 6,612 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a August growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Tishomingo County.
Farm Structure in Tishomingo County
Farms average 176 acres, with about 12% classed as small operations. Around 21% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Tishomingo County
With sheep and equine in the mix in Tishomingo County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and waste management and nutrient planning (confined livestock operations). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Tishomingo County Operations
Based on Tishomingo County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Steep terrain requires specialized conservation practices including terracing and grass waterways for erosion control. Livestock operations utilize rotational grazing systems adapted to hill country conditions.
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 Tishomingo County
Tishomingo County shares borders with Colbert County, Alabama, Franklin County, Alabama, Lauderdale County, Alabama, Alcorn County, Mississippi, Itawamba County, Mississippi, and Prentiss 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 Tishomingo 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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