Agronomic Crops & Field Production
- Crop Moisture Index Map (NOAA)
- Crop Progress & Condition Report (USDA-NASS)
- Fertilization Considerations for Row Crops During Drought Conditions
- Impact of Drought on Corn Yield
- Managing Residual Herbicides During a Dry Spring
- Offsetting Drought for Small-Scale Vegetable Production in North Carolina
- Small Grains: Drought and Heat Stress in Small Grains
- Soybean Planting Decisions During Drought
- How is the Drought Affecting N.C. Wheat?
Assistance & Programs
Forestry & Natural Resources
Horticulture, Nursery and Turf
Horticulture, Nursery & Turf
Livestock & Forages
- Alternative Feeds for Beef Cattle During Drought
- Dealing with Severe Drought: A Guide for Livestock Producers
- Drought Herd Management: Strategic Culling Decisions
- Drought Tips for Livestock Producers
- Farmer Forage Testing Program (NCDA&CS)
- Managing Nitrate Risks in Drought-Stressed Corn Silage for Livestock
- NC Hay Finder
- Nitrate Management in Beef Cattle
Water Resources & Irrigation
For assistance with wells or well water issues:
- Agricultural Water Resources Assistance Program – AgWRAP (NCDA&CS Division of Soil and Water Conservation)
- Provides funding to help protect water resources for crops and livestock, is administered through local soil and water conservation districts — find your county contacts.
- Local Health Departments Directory (NCDHHS Division of Public Health)
- The On-Site Water Protection Branch provides statewide oversight and guidance on private wells, working with local health departments, contractors, builders and others — review their Private Wells Program.
- USDA Farm Service Agency Local Centers (USDA-FSA)
- Contact your local USDA Service Center to discuss losses and potential disaster programs or emergency loans.
