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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Cleveland County
Cleveland County is part of the North Cross Timbers land resource region (MLRA 84A). The county's mean elevation is about 1,071 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Cleveland County sees 37.6 in of rain, a 61.1°F mean annual temperature.
Cleveland County carries 16,382 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 46,921 acres. 1,052 farms operate in the county, averaging 104 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | Central Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Horses, Poultry, Fruit & tree nuts, Floriculture, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 26+ 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 Cleveland County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
2600 Van Buren St Ste 2604, Norman, OK 73072
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1721 Hardcastle Blvd, Purcell, OK 73080
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 Cleveland County Operations
Based on Cleveland County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Urban interface conservation addresses nutrient management and water quality protection near expanding suburban development. Beginning farmer initiatives support new producers interested in sustainable and direct-marketing enterprises.
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 Cleveland County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Canadian County, Oklahoma, McClain County, Oklahoma, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, and Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Cleveland 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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