← Missouri Farm Programs Guide
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Pemiscot County
Pemiscot County lies in the Southern Mississippi River Alluvium (MLRA 131A) region. Elevation averages about 264 feet.
Pemiscot County averages 50.2 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 60.0°F.
Pemiscot County's agricultural base centers on soybeans, rice, and cotton. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 195 farms working 294,693 acres.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Missouri Bootheel |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Rice, Cotton, Corn, Fruit & tree nuts, Berries |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). 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 Pemiscot County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1206 Highway 84 W, Caruthersville, MO 63830
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 Pemiscot County Operations
Based on Pemiscot County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland restoration projects through CREP help restore waterfowl habitat in this former swampland region. Drainage management and soil health practices address the unique needs of delta agriculture.
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 Pemiscot County
Pemiscot County shares borders with Mississippi County, Arkansas, Dunklin County, Missouri, New Madrid County, Missouri, Dyer County, Tennessee, and Lake County, Tennessee. 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 Pemiscot County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Missouri guide: Missouri Farm Programs Guide
Part of Farmer's Navigator. Built by ranchers. Every guide on this site is free.