Warren County, Mississippi: USDA programs and conservation funding

224
Farms & Ranches
131K
Acres in Agriculture
585
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$2.1M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Grain, Soybeans, Cotton, Corn, Cattle
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Warren County, Mississippi has 224 farms working 131,145 agricultural acres (average 585 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $2.1 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Grain, Soybeans, Cotton. Vegetation typically peaks in May, defining the primary growing season.

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

About Warren County

Warren County lies in the Southern Mississippi Valley Loess (MLRA 134) region. Elevation averages about 274 feet.

Warren County averages 57.0 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 65.5°F.

Warren County's agricultural base centers on soybeans, cotton, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 224 farms working 131,145 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 844 head.


Quick Facts

RegionWest Central Mississippi
Top CommoditiesSoybeans, Cotton, Corn, Cattle & calves, Wheat, Poultry

Current Conditions

Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 7+ 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 Warren County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

2660 Sherman Ave, Vicksburg, MS 39183

(601) 630-0278

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 Warren County Operations

Based on Warren County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Terracing and erosion control practices protect steep agricultural land on bluffs overlooking river valleys. CREP buffers along waterways improve habitat and reduce agricultural runoff into river 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 Warren County

Warren County shares borders with East Carroll Parish, Louisiana, Madison Parish, Louisiana, Tensas Parish, Louisiana, Claiborne County, Mississippi, Hinds County, Mississippi, and Issaquena 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 Warren County

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Mississippi guide: Mississippi Farm Programs Guide

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Related program guides

EQIP FencingCRPEQIP Water DevelopmentCSP

Vegetation Baseline

0.68
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.78
Peak season (May)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Warren County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.