Grazing too early in the spring can result in decreased forage production the entire grazing season.

Installing a water development project may be the answer to drought-related livestock water shortages.

Test water quality prior to livestock turnout.

Climate prediction applications will be among the topics covered.

Producers may see a reduction in forage production on their pastures and rangeland.

Planting summer annual forage crops could be an option where moisture is adequate for emergence or rain still may come.

The Livestock Forage Disaster Program provides assistance to producers for grazing losses caused by drought.

Dry conditions likely will persist throughout the summer.

Clipping drought-stressed alfalfa will not help it regrow faster when rainfall or moisture comes back.

NDSU Extension specialists offer livestock producers suggestions for dealing with drought.