FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 04/99 - VENEZUELA (6 April)
Normal rains benefited land preparation for 1999 coarse grain and paddy planting. The area planted to maize is expected to be similar to 1998 average, reflecting steady domestic demand. A slight decline in the area planted to paddy is expected in anticipation of decreasing exports to neighbouring countries.
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