Drought Resources for Ranchers
For over a century, farm advisors, researchers, teachers and practitioners have been working with the people of California. These experts have been gathering data, sharing the latest science, and creating useful guides for members of the public to help keep them safe and healthy, prosperous, and their land sustainable for future generations.
Not all of this reporting and information has been regularly updated, and not all of it needs to be. These archives include pertinent resources that may be useful to you as you search for science-backed answers to your questions.
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We have developed several drought planning tools for ranchers (linked below), and we'd like your feedback! Please contact dmacon@ucanr.edu with questions, comments or suggestions!
Drought Decision Support Tool for Ranchers
Drought Strategy Costs Worksheet - Beef Cattle
Drought Strategy Costs Worksheet - Sheep/Goats
DROUGHT STRATEGIES: Weaning Calves Early
Montana State University Ag Producer Stress Resources - great resources for coping with stress and mental health issues for farmers and ranchers.
