North West Local Land Services
Drought conditions ease for much of the region as above average rainfall aids recovery.
- The Combined Drought Indicator (CDI) shows that approximately 90% of the region remains in one of the drought categories at the end of April.
- Above average rainfall during April has seen improvement in drought conditions across much of the region. However, rainfall totals have been highly variable, leading to differing rates of recovery.
- Continued follow up rainfall will be critical for a recovery from drought.
- Producers continue to monitor forecasts closely and implement drought management strategies as required for their farm enterprises.
- The NSW DPI continues to closely monitor conditions in this region.
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