FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 04/02 - BOLIVIA (4 April)
Normal weather conditions were reported in March, following heavy rains and flooding in February which affected the development of the 2002 first (main) cereal and potato crops, particularly in the main grain producing eastern department of Santa Cruz. Field operations have consequently been resumed. Harvesting is about to start and the outlook at present is uncertain for the outcome of those crops which were affected by the harsh weather.