Feature By: Understanding dry spells According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), a dry spell is defined as a period of unusually low rainfall relative to the typical amount for a given region during a specific time of year. This climatic phenomenon has recently had a severe impact on farmers in Ghana's Northern regions. Impact of the dry spell Farmers in the Upper East, Upper West, and Northern Regions of Ghana faced a significant dry spell during June, July, and August 2024. While other regions such as the Western, Ashanti, and Greater Accra regions enjoyed ample rainfall, the Northern regions were not as fortunate. The lack of precipitation caused severe drought conditions, leading to withered crops and threatening the livelihoods of local farmers.