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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Tipton County
Tipton County is part of the Southern Mississippi Valley Loess land resource region (MLRA 134). The county's mean elevation is about 299 feet.
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Tipton County sees 54.4 in of rain, a 61.0°F mean annual temperature.
Tipton County carries 5,996 head of cattle (2022 Ag Census). Pastureland totals 7,556 acres. 456 farms operate in the county, averaging 420 acres each.
Quick Facts
| Region | West Tennessee |
| Top Commodities | Soybeans, Cotton, Corn, Wheat, Cattle & calves, Vegetables |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Moderate Drought (D1) — watch for worsening; LFP not currently triggered.
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 Tipton County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
2043 Highway 51 S, Covington, TN 38019
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 Tipton County Operations
Based on Tipton County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation programs focus on precision agriculture techniques and water management for sustainable irrigation. Wetland restoration projects help improve water quality in the Mississippi River watershed.
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
Nearby Counties
Operators in Tipton County frequently work or lease ground across county lines. Neighboring counties include Crittenden County, Arkansas, Mississippi County, Arkansas, Fayette County, Tennessee, Haywood County, Tennessee, Lauderdale County, Tennessee, and Shelby County, Tennessee. USDA programs and local NRCS priorities may differ from one jurisdiction to the next.
Your Next Steps in Tipton County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Tennessee guide: Tennessee Farm Programs Guide
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