Harmon County, Oklahoma: USDA programs and conservation funding

284
Farms & Ranches
301K
Acres in Agriculture
1,061
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$32.5M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Cotton, Grain, Wheat, Sorghum
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Harmon County, Oklahoma has 284 farms working 301,242 agricultural acres (average 1,061 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $32.5 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Cotton, Grain. Vegetation typically peaks in Jun, defining the primary growing season.

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

About Harmon County

Harmon County sits within the Central Rolling Red Plains, Western Part (MLRA 78B) region. Elevation averages about 1,725 feet.

Temperatures in Harmon County range from a January mean low of 27°F to a July mean high near 97°F. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. Expect about 334 frost-free days.

Harmon County ran 284 farms, 301,242 acres of farmland, and 29,051 head of cattle in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Top commodities: cattle, cotton, and wheat.


Quick Facts

RegionSouthwest Oklahoma
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Cotton, Wheat, Grain sorghum, Poultry

Current Conditions

Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 14+ 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 Harmon County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

320 N Main St, Hollis, OK 73550

(580) 688-3456

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 Harmon County Operations

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

EQIP funding supports water conservation technology essential for cotton irrigation in this water-limited region. CREP enrollment along the Red River helps reduce sediment loading while providing riparian habitat restoration.

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

Bordering Counties

If your operation extends into or you compare conditions against adjacent counties, see Beckham County, Oklahoma, Greer County, Oklahoma, Jackson County, Oklahoma, Childress County, Texas, Collingsworth County, Texas, and Hardeman County, Texas. Ranking criteria and cost-share rates can vary county by county even within the same state.

Your Next Steps in Harmon 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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Related program guides

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Vegetation Baseline

0.45
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.56
Peak season (Jun)
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5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Harmon County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.