Disaster and Drought Assistance – Drought is a weather phenomenon plaguing agriculture since civilizations began farming and ranching as organized ways to feed themselves. Drought that affects growing or grazing quality affects about a third of the nation’s counties each year.” This site includes topical content and links to: 2012 Drought Disaster Updates; US Drought and Your Food Costs; Resilience of American Agriculture – Innovation, Diversity and Growing Markets; USDA Drought Quick Tips; Credit, Crop Insurance, Livestock Assistance.