Drought Planning

Manage risk
on the ranch

Drought is a normal part of climate, but you can take action before, during and after drought to reduce your risk.

Bureau of Land Management Oregon and Washington

Guidebook helps communities prepare for drought

Drought goes beyond a lack of water, affecting human health, ecosystems and economics, too. The Drought-Ready Communities guidebook steps communities through the planning process.

National Drought Mitigation Center

10-step planning process
provides building blocks

The 10-Step Drought Planning Process explains how governments can monitor and plan for drought, and has been adapted for use around the world.

National Drought Mitigation Center

Be proactive;
plan for drought

Tools help guide communities and planners through the drought-planning process, building resilience to the effects of drought.

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Drought tournaments boost
drought discussion, problem-solving

With a limited budget and a list of conservation ideas, teams made up of people from divergent fields compete to use their resources in the wisest, most effective way.

Tarik Abdel-Monem | NU Public policy Center

NDMC has helped individuals and organizations throughout the U.S. and around the world to develop plans for effectively managing their resources to respond to drought. Select from one of the options below to start a drought plan for your area.