Drought Feed Planning Guide
A guide to planning feed during drought. Producers use it to protect animals and pastures when forage is short and prices climb.
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The steps on this page
- Check current drought conditions
- Review pasture and hay supply
- Estimate feed need for the herd
- List animals that could be sold or moved
- Identify alternative feeds
- Plan water supply for stock
- Contact FSA about assistance programs
- Set triggers for action
How to use this guide
Walk a new hand through the steps once, then let them use the page on their own. Add your own notes as you learn what works.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with Drought.gov and USDA Farm Service Agency.
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