Crop Monitor

The cropping season was characterised by a timely start in western parts of the equatorial region and above normal rains in northern sub-regions of Eastern Africa. Planting is expected in June for the main cereals …

Climate: Climatic season predictions forecasted early rains, higher rainfall and higher temperatures in the October-December season in most parts of the region (see OND predictions). The season has been characterized by the early rains and …

Climate: March, April and May was characterized by below average, delayed start and poor performance rainfall in equatorial part of the region and delayed rainfall for June start of the season in northern region. This …

The current crop season in the central and southern part of the region normally starts with onset of March to May rainfall season. However, majority of cropping regions have experienced extended dry conditions with delayed …

Harvest is complete for main season cereals in the north of the sub-region and yields were mixed. In the south of the sub-region harvest is complete or nearing completion for second season crops and below …

Eastern Africa received average to above average rainfall resulting in overall favorable crop conditions. Most crops have been harvested with main crops performing well. Uganda however, the region's beans surplus producer is projected to have …