Pemiscot

Pemiscot is a county located in the southeastern corner of Missouri, United States. It is bordered by the Mississippi River to the east, which forms the state line with Tennessee and Kentucky. The county seat is Caruthersville. Pemiscot County was established in 1851 and is named after the Pemiscot Bayou, a waterway that runs through the area.

The geography of Pemiscot County is characterized by its low-lying, fertile land, much of which is part of the Mississippi River Delta. This makes the region highly agricultural, with cotton, soybeans, and corn being primary crops. The presence of the Mississippi River also influences the county's economy and history, providing transportation routes and historically significant floodplains.

The population of Pemiscot County is relatively small, and the county has experienced some economic challenges in recent decades, similar to many rural areas in the United States. Despite these challenges, the community retains a strong agricultural heritage. Key towns in the county include Caruthersville, Hayti, and Hayti Heights. The area's history is intertwined with the development of agriculture in the Mississippi Delta and the impact of the river on settlement and transportation.