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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Pittsburg County
Pittsburg County lies in the Arkansas Valley and Ridges, Western Part (MLRA 118B) region. Elevation averages about 794 feet.
Pittsburg County averages 46.8 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 61.6°F.
Pittsburg County's agricultural base centers on cattle, equine, and equine. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 1,412 farms working 475,795 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 65,631 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southeast Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Floriculture, Horses, Poultry, Fruit & tree nuts, Sheep |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 12+ 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 Pittsburg County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
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 Pittsburg County Operations
Based on Pittsburg County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Forest management practices help landowners balance timber production with cattle grazing in woodland areas. Cost-share assistance for pond construction and fencing supports cattle operations in the mountainous terrain.
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 Pittsburg County
Pittsburg County shares borders with Atoka County, Oklahoma, Coal County, Oklahoma, Haskell County, Oklahoma, Hughes County, Oklahoma, Latimer County, Oklahoma, and McIntosh 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 Pittsburg 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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