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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Tulsa County
Tulsa County lies in the Cherokee Prairies (MLRA 112) region. Elevation averages about 739 feet.
Tulsa County averages 41.8 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 334 days. Annual mean temperature is 60.2°F.
Tulsa County's agricultural base centers on cattle, equine, and equine. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 870 farms working 96,788 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 11,475 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Floriculture, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses, Wheat, Soybeans |
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 Tulsa County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
6660 S Sheridan Rd, Ste 120, Tulsa, OK 74133
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1900 W Will Rogers Cir, Claremore, OK 74017
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 Tulsa County
Tulsa County reported 11,475 head of cattle across roughly 40,540 acres of pasture and rangeland. Satellite data for 2021–2025 shows April green-up and a September 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 Tulsa County.
Farm Structure in Tulsa County
Irrigation covers about 3% of farmland in Tulsa County, roughly 2,881 acres. Farms average 111 acres, with about 43% classed as small operations. Around 23% of operators are 65 or older.
What Tends to Fit in Tulsa County
With cattle and equine in the mix in Tulsa County, the practices worth raising with NRCS are prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing (grazing operations); cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election (row-crop ground); and brush management (rangeland). Ask which ranking pool your operation fits and what scored well locally last cycle — that conversation is usually more useful than guessing from the practice list.
Programs for Tulsa County Operations
Based on Tulsa County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Urban agriculture programs help maintain farming opportunities near the metropolitan area despite development pressure. Environmental quality incentives focus on protecting water resources and air quality.
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 Tulsa County
Tulsa County shares borders with Creek County, Oklahoma, Okmulgee County, Oklahoma, Osage County, Oklahoma, Pawnee County, Oklahoma, Rogers County, Oklahoma, and Wagoner 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 Tulsa 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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