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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: Severe Drought (D2).
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 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.
Forage and Grazing in Latimer County
Latimer County reported 32,303 head of cattle across roughly 96,511 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a June growth peak. Because LFP counts drought weeks only within the county’s normal grazing period, it is worth asking FSA what dates they use for Latimer County.
Farm Structure in Latimer County
Latimer County reports about 180 acres under irrigation. Farms average 339 acres, with about 17% classed as small operations. Around 19% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Latimer County
Latimer County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cattle, hogs, and goats. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for confined livestock operations, waste management and nutrient planning; and for rangeland, brush management. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
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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