Beaver County, Oklahoma: USDA programs and conservation funding

750
Farms & Ranches
1.2M
Acres in Agriculture
1,538
Avg Farm Size (acres)
Top commodities: Grain, Wheat, Sorghum, Corn, Field Crops, Other
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Beaver County, Oklahoma has 750 farms working 1,153,602 agricultural acres (average 1,538 acres per farm). Leading commodities by sales: Grain, Wheat, Sorghum. Vegetation typically peaks in Jun, defining the primary growing season.

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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

RegionNorthwestern Oklahoma
Top CommoditiesWheat, 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

(580) 625-3302

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

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

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Related program guides

EQIP Prescribed GrazingCSPEQIP Water DevelopmentCRP

Vegetation Baseline

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Typical NDVI (Apr)
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Peak season (Jun)
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5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Beaver 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.