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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Noble County
Noble County lies in the Central Rolling Red Prairies (MLRA 80A) region. Elevation averages about 990 feet.
Noble County averages 36.1 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 334 days. Annual mean temperature is 59.9°F.
Noble County's agricultural base centers on cattle, wheat, and soybeans. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 721 farms working 401,473 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 48,204 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | North Central Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Soybeans, Corn, Grain sorghum, Hogs |
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 Noble County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1302 Highway 77 N, Perry, OK 73077
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 Noble County Operations
Based on Noble County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wheat producers utilize crop insurance and marketing assistance programs heavily due to price volatility. Conservation efforts focus on soil health practices including cover crops and no-till farming methods.
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 Noble County
Noble County shares borders with Garfield County, Oklahoma, Kay County, Oklahoma, Logan County, Oklahoma, Osage County, Oklahoma, Pawnee County, Oklahoma, and Payne 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 Noble 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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