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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Okmulgee County
Elevation across Okmulgee County averages about 665 feet. The county falls within the Cherokee Prairies (MLRA 112) land resource region.
The growing season in Okmulgee County spans roughly 334 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 43.3 inches per year. January lows average around 28°F while July highs reach about 93°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 1,190 farms in Okmulgee County, operating across 325,481 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 274 acres. Top commodities include cattle, equine, and equine.
Quick Facts
| Region | East Central Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Poultry, Horses, Fruit & tree nuts, Goats, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
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 Okmulgee County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
719 E 8th St, Okmulgee, OK 74447
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 Okmulgee County Operations
Based on Okmulgee County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Brush management programs help ranchers maintain grassland in areas prone to cedar and brush encroachment. Pond construction assistance supports cattle operations in areas with limited surface water.
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
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Okmulgee County: Creek County, Oklahoma, McIntosh County, Oklahoma, Muskogee County, Oklahoma, Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, Tulsa County, Oklahoma, and Wagoner County, Oklahoma. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Okmulgee 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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