FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 11/01 - CAMEROON (6 November)
Rains ceased in early October in the north. Precipitation was adequate in mid-October in the centre and south but was well below average in the centre in late October. Coarse grains have been harvested in the north and a good output is anticipated. The maize crop is developing satisfactorily in the south.
The overall food supply situation is satisfactory Cereal imports during the 2001 marketing year are estimated at 300 000 tonnes, mostly wheat and rice.