FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 06/99 - TUNISIA (2 June)
The aggregate output of the 1999 cereals is forecast at 1.7 million tonnes, some 2 percent higher than last year. Wheat production is forecast to decline by some 8 percent compared to the previous year. In contrast, barley output is expected to rise from 303 000 tonnes to about 455 000 tonnes, due to favourable conditions.
Imports of cereals in 1999/2000 (July/June), mostly wheat, maize and barley are forecast at some 1.6 million tonnes.
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