Each summer, areas of the United States grapple with drought. In July alone, the nation already saw 48 states facing abnormally low rainfall, increasing 9.8% since last month. Similarly, 73.8 million people across the nation have been affected by drought this week. What does this data mean for major cattle producers across North America? For most, it brings a conversation about water scarcity to the table, as well as a desperate call for help. From parched pastures to diminishing hay supplies, cattle ranchers are experiencing one of the most critical climate-related challenges of today’s age. Yet, while droughts have been a common issue for many years, the unpredictability and frequency…