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Rangeland Drought
In 2002 ISDA the Idaho State Department of Agriculture in cooperation with the Idaho Cattle Association, Idaho Woolgrowers, Idaho Farm Bureau, and other state and federal agencies initiated the Idaho Rangeland Drought Task Group in order to improve coordination and reduce potential drought related conflicts and hardships. This group works under the umbrella of the Idaho Water Supply Committee (WSC). In the past, the WSC dealt primarily with water supply for agricultural irrigation, power production, and recreation water supply related to snowpack and river flows. In years that drought conditions develop, the WSC reports to the governor with recommendations for action. The intent of the Task Group is to present potential alternatives to producers and facilitate coordination between the state and federal land management agencies.
Periodically, the Rangeland Task Group will publish a news bulletin addressing current and forecasted drought conditions and potential management options to mitigate the risks. Suggestions and articles from readers are encouraged.
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- Montana State University Range Extension
- Realistic Solutions for Maintaining the Sustainability of Montana’s Livestock Industry.
- Information about grazing forages in Montana.
- Information about dealing with drought and the water needs of cattle.
University of Arizona
North Dakota State University
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