Tulsa County, Oklahoma: USDA programs and conservation funding

870
Farms & Ranches
97K
Acres in Agriculture
111
Avg Farm Size (acres)
$5.0M
Cattle Sales
Top commodities: Cattle, Field Crops, Other, Equine, Equine, Propagative Material
Source: 2022 USDA Census of Agriculture

Tulsa County, Oklahoma has 870 farms working 96,788 agricultural acres (average 111 acres per farm). Cattle sales total $5.0 million annually. Leading commodities by sales: Cattle, Field Crops, Other, Equine. Vegetation typically peaks in Sep, defining the primary growing season.

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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

RegionNortheast Oklahoma
Top CommoditiesFloriculture, Cattle & calves, Fruit & tree nuts, Horses, Wheat, Soybeans

Current Conditions

Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 7+ 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 Tulsa County.

NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)

6660 S Sheridan Rd, Ste 120, Tulsa, OK 74133

(918) 280-1596

FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)

1900 W Will Rogers Cir, Claremore, OK 74017

(918) 341-3276

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 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

  1. Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
  2. Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
  3. Read the Oklahoma guide: Oklahoma Farm Programs Guide

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Vegetation Baseline

0.32
Typical NDVI (Apr)
0.34
Peak season (Sep)
JanJulDec
5-year average NDVI from MODIS MOD13Q1 (2021–2025 avg)

Quick Tools for Tulsa County

Check drought statusCurrent USDM conditions and historical drought data.PRF rainfall analysis78 years of grid-level rainfall data for hay and grazing insurance.Estimate EQIP costsSee what NRCS may cover and your estimated out-of-pocket share.Disaster triageLost livestock or pasture? Find your disaster programs and deadlines.See all deadlinesEvery USDA program deadline in one place.