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NDSU Extension develops and updates resources to help farmers and ranchers cope with drought conditions. Contact your NDSU Extension county office if you have questions or want additional information.

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There are a number of government programs available to provide relief to ag producers impacted by the drought.

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Latest Report - November 14, 2024

Daryl Ritchison
Director of the North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network (NDAWN)
State Climatologist for North Dakota

Summary

Nearly 20% of North Dakota is in D3 (Extreme) Drought
There was some expansion of D1 through D3 drought in the past two weeks.
Any substantial drought improvement in the state will probably not occur until 2025.
Snow is expected in western and northern North Dakota on Saturday/Saturday Night
Another precipitation event (rain/snow) is expected next week as well.
Rest of November near or below average temperatures and many areas above average precipitation are expected.

Drought Report 11-14-24