NDSU Extension specialists are set to host a live monthly webinar to assist ranchers as they navigate the current drought in the state. The webinars are scheduled to be held the last Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. Central time, with the first on Thursday, April 29.

The webinars will begin with an update on drought conditions and climate outlook. Specialists then will discuss upcoming drought triggers, how to access triggers for ranches and management strategies to consider. The goal is to help ranchers make timely decisions and enhance their ability to withstand the drought, as well as give them an opportunity to discuss drought-related concerns.

“Having a drought plan in place with well-defined triggers and actions enables ranchers to act proactively and reduce risk on their operation,” says Miranda Meehan, Extension livestock environmental stewardship specialist and disaster education coordinator.

Register for the webinar online.

Participants may ask questions during the live webinar. A recording of the webinar will be archived for later viewing.

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