Drought Planning

Decisions, decisions

Study shows ranchers with drought plans in place make some pivotal moves sooner than those who don’t

Read the story

USDA NRCS

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.

Learn, plan, and prepare

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.

Plan Ahead

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.

Review the Process

National Drought Mitigation Center

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.

More About the Tournament

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.