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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Beckham County
Beckham County is part of the Central Rolling Red Plains, Eastern Part land resource region (MLRA 78C). The county's mean elevation is about 1,821 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Beckham County sees 25.7 in of rain, a 303-day growing season, a 60.4°F mean annual temperature.
Beckham County carries 45,712 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 338,353 acres. 900 farms operate in the county, averaging 552 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwestern Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Cotton, Wheat, Horses, Hogs, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 22+ 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 Beckham County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
902 NE Highway 66, Sayre, OK 73662
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 Beckham County Operations
Based on Beckham County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Cotton-specific conservation practices include cover crops and residue management to prevent soil erosion on sandy fields. Water conservation initiatives promote efficient irrigation systems and drought-tolerant crop varieties.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Beckham County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Custer County, Oklahoma, Greer County, Oklahoma, Harmon County, Oklahoma, Kiowa County, Oklahoma, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, and Washita County, Oklahoma. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Beckham 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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