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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: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 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.
Forage and Grazing in Okmulgee County
The forage year in Okmulgee County runs from green-up in April to peak growth in May (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 185,379 acres of pastureland and 45,846 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Okmulgee County
About 24% of Okmulgee County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 22% of farms are small and 5% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 274 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Okmulgee County
Given the operation mix in Okmulgee County, the practices that most often come up are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing for grazing operations; cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election for row-crop ground; and brush management for rangeland. Whether any of them scores well depends on your county's Local Working Group priorities, which NRCS can walk you through before you apply.
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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