SENEGAL:

Seasonably dry conditions prevail in most parts. Early limited rains were registered in the extreme south-east in May. Rains improved significantly in the south-east in early June. Elsewhere seasonably dry conditions prevail. Rains will start and progress towards the centre and the north in June. Land preparation and plantings of coarse grains are underway in the south.

Seed availability is generally adequate following 2000 above average harvest. No significant pest activity has been reported.

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

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Page with graphics of the evolution of Cold Cloud Duration average values over various zones of the country and compared to 1989-1995 average values.