Drought in New Zealand
For sheep and beef farms, the average profit will be more than halved and the impact of the drought will linger for another year or two as farmers cull breeding stock this year at cheap prices, but will probably face higher costs to replace stock next year.
China drought hits millions
More than 20 million people in China are affected by a drought in the country's south-west.
Fears that the Dust Bowl may be coming back - USA
The 2013 drought season is off to a worse start than in 2012 or 2011. It's a good indicator, based on historical records, that the entire year will be drier than last year, even if spring and summer rainfall and temperatures remain the same.
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