California has experienced five large-scale, multiyear droughts since 1960. Each drought year has presented different challenges. As California ranching is largely dependent on rain-fed systems, as opposed to groundwater or stored water, it is very vulnerable to drought. In fact, rangeland livestock ranchers were among the first affected by the abnormally warm, dry winters at the beginning of the current multiyear drought.
UC Livestock Drought Hub
At the UC Drought Hub, a variety of resources for coping with drought is available. Resources include government programs, economic costs, alternative feeds and nutrition sources, management and production practices, and current research.
To access the UC Drought Hub click here.
