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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Beaver County
Elevation across Beaver County averages about 2,521 feet. The county falls within the Southern High Plains, Breaks (MLRA 77E) land resource region.
The growing season in Beaver County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 21.1 inches per year. January lows average around 22°F while July highs reach about 94°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 750 farms in Beaver County, operating across 1,153,602 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,538 acres. Top commodities include wheat, sorghum, and corn.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwestern Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Grain sorghum, Corn, Poultry, Soybeans, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 5+ 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 Beaver County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
106 W 1st St, Beaver, OK 73932
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 Beaver County Operations
Based on Beaver County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wind erosion control through residue management and CRP grass plantings addresses the county's exposure to High Plains weather patterns. Drought mitigation strategies include emergency grazing provisions and livestock water development.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Beaver County: Clark County, Kansas, Meade County, Kansas, Seward County, Kansas, Ellis County, Oklahoma, Harper County, Oklahoma, and Texas County, Oklahoma. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Beaver County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Oklahoma guide: Oklahoma Farm Programs Guide
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