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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Caddo County
Caddo County lies in the Central Rolling Red Prairies (MLRA 80A) region. Elevation averages about 1,467 feet.
Caddo County averages 32.4 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 334 days. Annual mean temperature is 60.9°F.
Caddo County's agricultural base centers on cattle, hogs, and cotton. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,304 farms working 660,773 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 97,730 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | West-Central Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Hogs, Cotton, Wheat, Corn, Bison |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Exceptional Drought (D4). LFP-eligible for 20+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-09-08
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 Caddo County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
907 W Petree Rd, Unit 2, Anadarko, OK 73005
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.
Forage and Grazing in Caddo County
Caddo County reported 97,730 head of cattle across roughly 351,172 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a September growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Caddo County.
Farm Structure in Caddo County
Irrigation covers about 7% of farmland in Caddo County, roughly 47,515 acres. Farms average 507 acres, with about 9% classed as small operations. Around 22% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Caddo County
Given the operation mix in Caddo County, the practices that most often come up are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing for grazing operations; cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground; and waste management and nutrient planning for confined livestock operations. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.
Programs for Caddo County Operations
Based on Caddo County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Specialized peanut conservation practices include cover crops and rotation systems to maintain soil health in sandy fields. Integrated pest management programs support sustainable peanut and cotton production 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 Caddo County
Caddo County shares borders with Blaine County, Oklahoma, Canadian County, Oklahoma, Comanche County, Oklahoma, Custer County, Oklahoma, Grady County, Oklahoma, and Kiowa County, Oklahoma. 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 Caddo 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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