NIGER:

Harvest prospects are generally favourable. During the first dekad of August, rainstorms covered the south of Tahoua, Maradi and Diffa. However, no damage has been reported in these areas. Rainfall remained abundant during the second dekad in the south of Dosso, south-west of Tillabery, Tahoua, Maradi and Zinder. Soil moisture is adequate so far, benefiting crop and pasture development.

Persisting pest infestations might hamper crop development. Grasshopper and army worm infestations were reported in Zinder department. Isolated Desert Locusts are likely to be present in Aïr and increase slightly in Tamesna as a result of small scale breeding.
 

Satellite Images (Cold Cloud Duration for the last three dekads)

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