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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Garfield County
Elevation across Garfield County averages about 1,151 feet. The county falls within the Central Rolling Red Prairies (MLRA 80A) land resource region.
The growing season in Garfield County spans roughly 303 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 33.7 inches per year. January lows average around 25°F while July highs reach about 95°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 957 farms in Garfield County, operating across 646,514 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 676 acres. Top commodities include wheat, cattle, and soybeans.
Quick Facts
| Region | North-Central Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Wheat, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Corn, Grain sorghum, Horses |
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 Garfield County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1216 W Willow Rd, Enid, OK 73703
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 Garfield County
The forage year in Garfield County runs from green-up in March to peak growth in May (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 215,094 acres of pastureland and 62,237 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Garfield County
About 24% of Garfield County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 16% of farms are small and 16% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 676 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Garfield County
Given the operation mix in Garfield 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 brush management for rangeland. 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 Garfield County Operations
Based on Garfield County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wheat production systems emphasize soil health and water conservation through no-till practices and cover crop integration. Salt-affected soil management addresses unique soil challenges in certain areas of the county.
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 Garfield County: Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, Grant County, Oklahoma, Kay County, Oklahoma, Kingfisher County, Oklahoma, Logan County, Oklahoma, and Major County, Oklahoma. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Garfield 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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