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Drought & Land
Management

Building drought resilience through informed land management

CSU Extension provides research-based strategies to help agricultural producers manage land and natural resources during drought conditions. From pasture planning and soil health to water use and grazing adjustments, find practical tools to support long-term productivity and sustainability on working lands.

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Find tools and guidance to help agricultural producers manage land and resources during drought. Access research-based strategies for soil health, forage planning, and long-term land resilience.

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Online Climate Adaptation and Risk Management Graduate Certificate

Strengthen your ability to manage agricultural risk in a changing climate. This fully online graduate certificate helps producers and land managers develop adaptive strategies for drought, resource variability, and long-term land sustainability.

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