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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Latimer County
Latimer County lies in the Ouachita Mountains (MLRA 119) region. Elevation averages about 1,031 feet.
Latimer County averages 49.4 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 61.2°F.
Latimer County's agricultural base centers on cattle, hogs, and goats. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 528 farms working 178,901 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 32,303 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Hogs, Goats, Vegetables, Horses, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Latimer County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
1110 W Stovall Rd, Wilburton, OK 74578
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
2099 N George Nigh Expressway, Mcalester, OK 74501
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 Latimer County Operations
Based on Latimer County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP supports silvopasture systems that integrate timber production with livestock grazing to maximize land use efficiency. CSP rewards forest management practices that maintain wildlife habitat while providing sustainable timber income for farm families.
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 Latimer County
Latimer County shares borders with Haskell County, Oklahoma, Le Flore County, Oklahoma, Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, and Pushmataha 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 Latimer 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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