MSU Extension Drought Resources

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  Drought Resources

  The MSU Extension drought resources page provides timely information to agricultural producers as weather conditions impact their operation.

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• The Impact of the 2015/16 Drought on Staple Maize Markets in Southern and Eastern Africa

  Published on May 2, 2017
  Ferdi Meyer, Tracy Davids, Zena Mpenda, Meizal Popat, Orcidia Vilanculos, Brian Chisanga, and Raphael Gitau. 2017. Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Food Security Policy Research Brief 38.

• Weather extremes and household welfare in rural Kenya

  Published on April 1, 2017
  Wineman, A., Mason, N. M., Ochieng, J., & Kirimi, L. (2017). Food Security

• Diabetics: Take care in extreme heat

  Published on July 24, 2012
  In 80 degree Fahrenheit temperatures, those with diabetes need to take extra precaution when caring for themselves and their diabetic supplies.

• Compost increases the water holding capacity of droughty soils

  Published on October 16, 2015
  How to choose compost that increases the soil’s water holding capacity.

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  Feed management: Drought stressed corn silage

  Published on October 3, 2018
  Choppers are out on multiple fields across Michigan, but what adjustment are needed when chopping and feeding drought stressed corn?

• The ups and downs of Michigan inland lake levels

  Published on August 29, 2012
  Different types of inland lakes may vary in response to the 2012 summer drought.

• Lake augmentation – a solution to low inland lake levels? Part 2

  Published on December 18, 2012
  After a drought year, lake residents may be considering augmenting lake levels. MSUE Q&A document outlines regulation of water sources for lake augmentation projects.

• Lake augmentation – a solution to low inland lake levels? Part 1

  Published on November 29, 2012
  After a dry year, lake residents may be considering augmenting lake levels. If so, there are ecological and regulatory considerations.

• Irrigating with lake water during drought and dry weather

  Published on August 29, 2012
  Lakefront property owners have riparian right to “reasonable use” of lake water.

• Summer stress of turf on golf courses

  Published on August 10, 2012
  The drought and heat during the 2012 summer has resulted in tremendous stress to golf course turf.

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  Drought conditions begin to impact Michigan landscapes

  Published on June 28, 2016
  Dry weather may put some trees and shrubs at risk. Watch for common signs of drought stress on landscape plants.

• Few tomatoes in your garden?

  Published on August 7, 2012
  Severe drought conditions could be causing poor fruit set on tomatoes in home gardens.

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  Helping your turf during dry and hot weather

  Published on July 7, 2020
  Throughout much of Michigan, lawns are under stress from high temperatures and lack of rainfall.

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  Keep garden soils moist during a drought

  Published on June 30, 2016
  Prevent drought stress in your garden and landscape by checking soil moisture.

• Turfgrass establishment following a hot, dry summer

  Published on August 22, 2012
  Following the summer of 2012, many turfgrass areas and lawns may need to be over-seeded to fill in damaged or dead areas.

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  Lawn irrigation tips

  Published on July 8, 2020
  Light, frequent irrigation during this hot, dry weather will help your lawn survive and thrive.

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  How much water does your lawn irrigation system apply?

  Published on July 8, 2020
  As dry conditions persist, knowing how much water your irrigation system applies is critical for maintaining healthy turf.

• Late season lawn seeding

  Published on September 24, 2012
  Lawns may have taken a beating from the summer drought, but it’s not too late for a little first aid for the grass blades.

• Shade trees and conifers showing effects of tough summer

  Published on September 5, 2012
  Fall tree care is essential to help trees prepare for winter.

• Gypsy moth caterpillars damaging spruce trees

  Published on July 11, 2012
  Spruce trees provide haven for low populations of gypsy moth.