Improving drought control through appropriate technology

(c) International bodies should cooperate with national governments to facilitate the acquisition and development of appropriate technology for monitoring and combatting drought and desertification.

1. Reducing impact of natural disasters
2. Improving
3. Employing appropriate technology
4. Combating drought

1. Strengthening research on drought forecasting
2. Strengthening international programmes to combat drought
3. Strengthening interdisciplinary research on drought prevention strategies
4. Providing special extension services in areas prone to drought
5. Improving seasonal forecasts to strengthen drought prevention
6. Assessing scientific, social and economic aspects of drought

1. Managing fragile ecosystems

1. Increasing efficiency of agricultural water use

1. Self-control
2. Inappropriateness