FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 11/98 - BURUNDI* (25 November)
Renewed violence in September and October has resulted in a deterioration of the security situation in the country. This is likely to disrupt agricultural activities in some areas.
Harvesting of the 1998C short season food crops is complete. The outturn is estimated to be satisfactory, reflecting normal weather conditions and improved agricultural input availability. Prospects for the 1999A season crop in the ground are uncertain. Erratic rains in the past two months, mainly in eastern parts, may have negatively affected crop yield.
The food supply situation has improved with the improved 1998 food production. However, it remains tight for the population still living in displaced camps.
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