Kingfisher County, Oklahoma: USDA programs and conservation funding

833
Farms & Ranches
423K
Acres in Agriculture
507
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$47.7M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Grain, Wheat, Grain, Field Crops, Other
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Kingfisher County, Oklahoma has 833 farms working 422,567 agricultural acres (average 507 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $47.7 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Grain, Wheat. Vegetation typically peaks in Apr, defining the primary growing season.

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

About Kingfisher County

Kingfisher County lies in the Central Rolling Red Prairies (MLRA 80A) region. Elevation averages about 1,092 feet.

Kingfisher County averages 33.6 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 334 days. Annual mean temperature is 60.4°F.

Kingfisher County's agricultural base centers on cattle and wheat. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 833 farms working 422,567 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 59,134 head.


Quick Facts

RegionCentral Oklahoma
Top CommoditiesCattle & calves, Wheat, Soybeans, Horses, Corn, Grain sorghum

Current Conditions

Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 6+ 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 Kingfisher County.

USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)

1600 S 13th St, Kingfisher, OK 73750

(405) 375-3200

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 Kingfisher County Operations

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

FSA loans support wheat farmers investing in GPS-guided equipment and variable rate technology for precision agriculture. CRP provides erosion control on marginal cropland while creating habitat corridors connecting remaining native prairie remnants.

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 Kingfisher County

Kingfisher County shares borders with Blaine County, Oklahoma, Canadian County, Oklahoma, Garfield County, Oklahoma, Logan County, Oklahoma, Major County, Oklahoma, and Oklahoma 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 Kingfisher 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

CSPCRP

Vegetation Baseline

0.74
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.74
Peak season (Apr)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Kingfisher 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.