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National Conference on Agriculture for Kharif Campaign, 2023. Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Cooperative Government of Jharkhand

Jharkhand's agriculture scenario is highlighted through data on Kharif campaign, monsoon rainfall trends, drought situations, crop coverage targets, and more. The state faces challenges like deficit rainfall affecting sowing and drought-affected districts requiring relief assistance. Despite setback

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DRM-ATF Jan 2024 Regional Updates

Drought worsens in Afar, Amhara, and Tigray regions, leading to livestock migration and shortage of water and pasture. Floods in Somale region displace households and damage crops. Unseasonal rain in South Ethiopia brings relief, while crop production and livestock conditions vary across different r

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The Dust Bowl: Impact of the 1930s Drought

The Dust Bowl of the 1930s was a devastating period marked by severe drought, high winds, and dust storms in the Great Plains. It affected states like Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and more, leading to ruined crops, livestock losses, dust pneumonia deaths, and economic hardships. The lack of soil conserv

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Overview of Agriculture Situation and Response in Ethiopia - DRM-ATF Meeting Agenda

The DRM-ATF meeting agenda for 1st February 2024 includes discussions on the agriculture situation, Humanitarian Response Plan framework for 2024, regional and national updates, and the impact of drought in Raya Azebo Woreda. Key topics cover agricultural livelihood interventions, financial requirem

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Addressing Drought Challenges in Italy: Insights from Mauro Grassi, Director of Earth and Water Agenda Foundation

Italy faces water scarcity issues despite receiving above-average rainfall. The country struggles with sustainable water management, utilizing a high percentage of its renewable water resources. Variabilities in precipitation levels and regional disparities contribute to drought events, impacting ag

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Update on Drought Monitoring Indicators and Indices at SERCOM-3 Conference

The SERCOM-3 conference held in Bali, Indonesia, discussed the adoption of additional drought indicators and indices for use by National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHS). The update to the Global Drought Classification System (GDCS) included recommendations for the use of standardized

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Understanding Drought as a Geohazard in South Texas

South Texas faces chronic water scarcity due to its semi-arid climate, leading to frequent droughts. This lecture explores the unique characteristics of drought as a geohazard, its specific risks, and the societal impacts it can cause, including direct meteorological and hydrological effects, as wel

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Lessons Learned from Papua New Guinea's 2015-16 Drought in Dealing with the 2018 Earthquake

Exploring the correlation between the 2015-16 drought and the 2018 earthquake in Papua New Guinea offers valuable insights into disaster management strategies. Comparisons in impact, response, and long-term consequences highlight the importance of proactive measures and effective coordination in mit

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Understanding the Intergovernmental Working Group on Drought Policy Implementation

This content provides insights into the work of the Intergovernmental Working Group on effective policy and implementation measures for addressing drought under the UNCCD. It discusses the Terms of References, working modality, current focus areas such as monitoring and early warning, vulnerability

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The Drought Toolbox and Satellite Technology Overview

The Drought Toolbox is a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing drought preparedness and resilience through the implementation of various technical and policy tools. It covers modules such as drought monitoring, vulnerability assessment, and risk mitigation, providing stakeholders with essentia

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Yuba Community College District Town Hall Updates

Yuba Community College District held a Town Hall meeting covering various topics including health updates, college program updates, faculty recognitions, and service announcements. Highlights include discussions on health officer updates, Woodland Community College updates, transition to remote lear

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Extension Connections and Updates at UMaine - September 2021

Today's agenda at Extension includes COVID updates, AgrAbility Ambassadors program, recent media statistics, and a look at upcoming events in August and September. Meet the Extension team members, learn about UMaine updates, and stay informed about vaccination requirements, remote work policies, and

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Water Use Efficiency Work Group Bi-Monthly Meeting Agenda

The Water Use Efficiency Work Group Bi-Monthly Meeting Agenda for October 12, 2022, includes updates on drought response, legislative changes impacting water conservation, and strategies for water supply enhancement. Discussions cover indoor water use objectives, turf replacement programs, water los

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Understanding Drought Impact and Climate Change in Jordan

Analysis of the impact of water scarcity and drought in Jordan, focusing on the most affected areas, implications of climate change, and the Middle East's vulnerability to water insecurity. The research explores the intersection of climate change, water resources, agriculture, and food security, hig

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Current Climate and Drought Conditions in Nebraska - November 17, 2015

Despite some areas receiving good rains in late spring and early summer, approximately 25.18% of the contiguous U.S. is currently experiencing drought conditions (D1 or worse). The National Drought Mitigation Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln School of Natural Resources provides an update

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Bimonthly Volunteer Webinar Agenda and Updates - May 2018

The bimonthly volunteer webinar held in May 2018 featured various updates including ambassador updates, advocacy updates, fundraising updates, and a Q&A session with Jenni Grover on thriving with pain. Participants were encouraged to engage on World Autoimmune Arthritis Day and promote Pain Awarenes

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Understanding Chemical Priming for Drought Stress Tolerance in Plants

Major agricultural industries struggle with abiotic stresses like drought, which can lead to crop losses. Nutrient limitations and cellular damage further compound the challenges plants face under water-limited conditions. Despite efforts in plant breeding, improving germplasm for drought tolerance

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Understanding Drought-Induced Reactive Oxygen Species Generation in Photosynthesis

Leaf responses to drought conditions leading to increased generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in photosynthesis are explained. Drought-induced stomatal closure affects CO2 uptake, promoting H2O2 production in peroxisomes and potential ROS production by the photosynthetic electron transport c

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Maintaining Landscape Trees During Drought: Tips and Advice

Learn practical tips for keeping landscape trees healthy during drought conditions. Understand the importance of watering, soil types, and managing tree root systems. Discover how to adapt to prolonged droughts and provide optimal care for established and young trees to ensure their well-being in ch

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Non-enzymatic Antioxidant Responses of Maize Varieties to Water Stress

Introduction of maize as a crucial crop facing challenges from both biotic and abiotic factors like drought, leading to oxidative stress. Non-enzymatic antioxidants play a key role in combating reactive oxygen species (ROS) caused by drought, with crop landraces showing potential in stress adaptatio

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CSI School Leaders Regional Gathering Updates April 2023

Updates from the CSI School Leaders Regional Gathering in April 2023 include logistics information, introductions of attendees, agenda details, portfolio updates, CSI office updates, and legislative updates on various bills impacting CSI and charter schools. Significant information on furniture dona

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Humanitarian Shelter & WASH Group Meeting Updates

Updates from the recent Shelter & WASH Working Group Meeting on Thursday, including flood and landslide warnings, information management updates, Oxfam RTR, district updates, and more. NBRO and DMC warnings issued for heavy rainfall, wind damage reports, and rainfall forecast for various provinces.

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Genome-Wide Association for Drought Tolerance in Potato Study

PhD student João Vitor Nomura is conducting a Genome-Wide Association study for drought tolerance in potatoes at the University of São Paulo and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The research focuses on adapting potato varieties to extreme heat waves and improving food security. Different abiot

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Drought Update and Rainfall Analysis for Rhode Island - October 2022

The Rhode Island Drought Steering Committee, in collaboration with the National Weather Service in Boston/Norton, MA, provides updates on the drought situation, rainfall patterns, and water deficits in the region. The data from September and August shows varied rainfall amounts across regions, with

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Financial Strategy for Reliability and Cost Management in the Electric Power Sector

Strategic considerations for balancing reliability with cost efficiency in the face of challenges like drought, distinguishing between spending and investing, and implementing a consequence ratio to assess asset failure impacts. Updates on financial planning, budgeting, and managing operating costs

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Integrated Drought Risk Management in Latin America and the Caribbean

Managing water resources in arid and semi-arid regions of Latin America and the Caribbean involves addressing climate risks through integrated drought risk management. Tools such as National Drought Observatories, Latin American Flood and Drought Monitor, and the Latin American Drought Atlas aid in

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Competitive Event Preview 2019-2020 Updates and Guidelines

In the Competitive Event Preview 2019-2020, various updates and guidelines have been announced. Changes include time remaining announcements in all events, the addition of calculators and scratch paper in certain subjects, and updates to rubrics. Middle school event updates cover medical terminology

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Updates and Reminders for P2P Super User Group

This message provides updates and reminders for the P2P Super User Group on various topics including project updates, design changes, feedback, marketplace updates, training updates, and more. It also outlines new policies regarding delegation time limits, EMD Millipore orders, SIR study participant

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Alpha Office Hours 6/16/2022 Agenda & Updates

Pfizer and Moderna vaccine updates for different age groups, Novavax administration, clinical updates, and myocarditis/pericarditis updates were discussed in the Alpha Office Hours meeting scheduled for June 16, 2022. The agenda also included Vaccine Finder and July 4th shipping updates. The timelin

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ACWA Water Use Efficiency Work Group Meeting Summary

ACWA Water Use Efficiency Work Group held a bi-monthly meeting on January 10th, 2023, discussing key updates on drought, legislative matters, water use objectives, and next steps. The meeting covered topics such as drought updates, conservation reporting, legislative bills, water use standards, and

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Algoa Reconciliation Strategy Steering Committee Meeting Highlights

The Algoa Reconciliation Strategy Steering Committee discussed various agenda items including NMBM water requirements, drought measures, implementation progress, desalination schemes, and financial implications of interventions. Key projects to support increased water demand were outlined, alongside

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Analysis of Meteorological Drought in Western Romania: A Case Study of Timisoara Area

Climate changes in Eastern Europe have led to an increase in extreme weather events like droughts in Western Romania. This article focuses on the Standardized Precipitation Index analysis of meteorological drought over the last 50 years in Timisoara. Results indicate a rise in severely dry months du

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Investigating Dust Storm Frequency and Extreme Drought Relationship in Arid Regions of Iran

This research by Reza Modarres and Poria Mohit Isfahani from Isfahan University of Technology explores the temporal changes in dust storm frequency in arid regions of Iran, examining how drought impacts the frequency in changing environments and the relation between extreme droughts and dust storm o

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Understanding North Atlantic Hurricane Drought and Aerosol Impact

This study explores the influence of sulfate aerosols on the late 20th-century North Atlantic Hurricane drought, focusing on the interaction of European sulfate aerosols and African dust. It investigates the radiative forcing effects and variability in hurricane activity, proposing hypotheses relate

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Integrated Water Resources Management in the Danube Region

Addressing water scarcity through a transnational approach focusing on regions affected by drought and water scarcity caused by climate change. The project aims to design prevention and adaptation measures, develop drought management plans, and validate them for practical implementation with the pot

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IMDROFLOOD Project Updates and Meeting Preparations

The IMDROFLOOD project is gearing up for the Evaluation Meeting in Larnaca, Cyprus in May 2018. Deliverables with deadlines before May include reports, drought indicators, sectorial indices, vegetation vulnerability assessments, and more. The project also outlines inputs for the upcoming JPI meeting

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Grant & Contract Accounting Updates - July 11, 2024

Vincent Gonzalez, Associate Director of Grant & Contract Accounting, provides updates on backlog reductions, cost reimbursable line status reports, new income processes, training grant tips, and webpage updates. The updates include progress in award setup, invoicing, reporting, and closing backlogs.

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Optimal Early Drought Detection Using Stochastic Process

Explore an optimal stopping approach for early drought detection, focusing on setting trigger levels based on precipitation measures. The goal is to determine the best time to send humanitarian aid by maximizing expected rewards and minimizing expected costs through suitable gain/risk functions. Tas

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Child Find Program 2022-2023 Updates and Guidance

This presentation focuses on the changes for the official XML data submissions during the 2022-2023 school year. It covers updates in the Child Find program area, submission updates for 2021-2022, changes in application and data elements for 2022-2023, and guidance provided. Special attention is giv

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Operational Update Meeting Highlights - January 14, 2021

Key updates from the Operational Update Meeting on January 14, 2021 include Human Resources and Finance Workday updates, general HR updates, HR professional development updates, salary administration reminders, and benefits and leave information. The meeting covered various areas such as professiona

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