FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 04/99 - DOMINICAN REPUBLIC (6 April)
f Weather conditions favoured planting of 1999 first season foodcrops and development of irrigated paddy. Production is expected to recover from last year, when crops were affected by severe dry weather and hurricane “Georges”. Livestock pastures are also reported in satisfactory condition. Recovery of the agricultural sector is being supported by Government programmes with support from the international community.
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