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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Grady County
Grady County lies in the Central Rolling Red Prairies (MLRA 80A) region. Elevation averages about 1,077 feet.
Grady County averages 35.0 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 61.4°F.
Grady County's agricultural base centers on cattle, wheat, and corn. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,567 farms working 693,892 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 125,704 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | South Central Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Corn, Soybeans, Cotton, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 22+ 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 Grady County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
828 W Choctaw Ave, Chickasha, OK 73018
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 Grady County Operations
Based on Grady County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP funding focuses on pasture improvement and livestock water systems to support the dominant cattle industry. CRP enrollment helps protect riparian areas along the Washita River while providing wildlife habitat.
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 Grady County
Grady County shares borders with Caddo County, Oklahoma, Canadian County, Oklahoma, Comanche County, Oklahoma, Garvin County, Oklahoma, McClain County, Oklahoma, and Stephens 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 Grady 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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