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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Woods County
Elevation across Woods County averages about 1,565 feet. The county falls within the Central Rolling Red Plains, Eastern Part (MLRA 78C) land resource region.
The growing season in Woods County spans roughly 275 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 27.7 inches per year. January lows average around 22°F while July highs reach about 95°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 608 farms in Woods County, operating across 820,627 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 1,350 acres. Top commodities include cattle, wheat, and sorghum.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northwest Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Grain sorghum, Horses, Soybeans, Goats |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Exceptional Drought (D4). LFP-eligible for 20+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
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 Woods County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
927 Oklahoma Blvd, Alva, OK 73717
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 Woods County
The forage year in Woods County runs from green-up in May to peak growth in May (2021–2025 satellite average). The county runs 563,578 acres of pastureland and 48,029 head of cattle. Confirm your official normal grazing period with FSA — it governs which drought weeks can count toward LFP.
Farm Structure in Woods County
About 22% of Woods County producers are 65 or older. Roughly 5% of farms are small and 23% are large, so ranking pools and program fit vary a good deal across the county. The average farm runs 1,350 acres.
What Tends to Fit in Woods County
Woods County's top commodities in the 2022 Census were cattle, grain, and wheat. That mix shapes which conservation practices tend to be worth asking about — for grazing operations, prescribed grazing, livestock water development, and cross-fencing; for row-crop ground, cover crops, residue management, and ARC/PLC election; and for rangeland, brush management. Your local NRCS office sets the ranking pools each year and can tell you which ones your operation falls into.
Programs for Woods County Operations
Based on Woods County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Woods County farmers frequently utilize CRP for soil conservation on marginal lands and rely heavily on crop insurance for wheat production. EQIP funding supports installation of efficient irrigation systems and livestock water facilities to maximize production in this semi-arid environment.
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 Woods County: Barber County, Kansas, Comanche County, Kansas, Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, Harper County, Oklahoma, Major County, Oklahoma, and Woodward County, Oklahoma. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Woods 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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