FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 02/02 - BOLIVIA (1 February)
Normal rainfall in December in the highlands and highland valleys has benefited the development of the recently planted 2001/02 first (main) cereal and potato crops. Slightly below- normal rains are reported in the eastern parts, but without disruption to crops thanks to adequate reservoir levels. Livestock and pastures are reported in good conditions. The area planted is estimated at the average level of the past 5 years. Harvesting is due to start from April and early prospects are good assuming normal weather conditions persist.