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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Cimarron County
Elevation across Cimarron County averages about 4,183 feet. The county falls within the Southern High Plains, Northern Part (MLRA 77A) land resource region.
The growing season in Cimarron County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 16.8 inches per year. January lows average around 21°F while July highs reach about 92°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 432 farms in Cimarron County, operating across 1,155,696 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 2,675 acres. Top commodities include corn, wheat, and sorghum.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwestern Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Corn, Wheat, Grain sorghum, Poultry |
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 Cimarron County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
209a S Cimarron Avenue, Boise City, OK 73933
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 Cimarron County
The forage year in Cimarron County runs from green-up in June to peak growth in August (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 714,757 acres of pastureland and 20,930 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Cimarron County
About 27% of Cimarron County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 3% of farms are small and 29% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 2,675 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Cimarron County
Given the operation mix in Cimarron County, the practices that most often come up are cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground. 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 Cimarron County Operations
Based on Cimarron County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wind erosion control through no-till practices and crop residue management is critical in this high-wind environment. CRP grass plantings provide wildlife habitat and soil protection on highly erodible cropland.
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 Cimarron County: Baca County, Colorado, Morton County, Kansas, Union County, New Mexico, Texas County, Oklahoma, Dallam County, Texas, and Sherman County, Texas. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Cimarron 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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