On 17 June 1994, the United Nations declared the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought to draw attention to the threat to tens of millions of people.
Water as a precious resource
Preserving biological and native diversity in countries is important for preventing drought disasters. Because animals and plants of the dry land are used to the heat waves and can survive longer in the event of long periods of drought. Responsible use of water should also be a top priority.
The convention established several measures to stop desertification and help the affected populations:
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more sustainable use of resources such as water and soil: use of drip irrigation and drought-resistant seeds
Strengthening of traditional agricultural know-how
Expansion of alternative income opportunities for the agricultural population by governments
Involvement of the local population in questions regarding land use
Compensation for people affected by land grabbing
Planting of trees and shrubs as green walls against progressive desertification: greening increases the groundwater level and reduces soil erosion.
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