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Custer County, Oklahoma

Farm Programs & Local Resources

Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error

Rolling hills and red soil prairies extend between the Washita River valley and North Canadian River watersheds. Scattered mesquite and oak woodlands break up the grassland landscape across the varied topography.

Wheat-cattle operations dominate agriculture, with farmers utilizing wheat for both grain production and cattle pasture. Cotton and peanut farming takes advantage of sandy soils in certain areas, while cattle graze native grass ranges and crop residues.

Quick Facts
RegionWestern Oklahoma
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Wheat, Hogs, Cotton, Corn, Grain sorghum
Farms & Ranches~420 (approx.)
Agricultural Land~630,000 acres
Average Farm Size~788 acres

Find Your Local USDA Offices

Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.

Find your Service Center:

→ USDA Service Center Locator

Search for "Custer County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.

What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.

Programs for Custer County Operations

Based on Custer County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:

Dual-purpose wheat management optimizes both cattle grazing and grain harvest through carefully timed grazing systems. Cotton and peanut conservation practices address wind erosion and soil health in the sandy soil areas.

Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.

Local Conservation Priorities

EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.

We don't have Custer County's specific LWG priorities yet.

Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Custer County?"

Your Next Steps in Custer 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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