FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 10/00 - MOLDOVA (15 September)
Untimely frosts and persistent dry conditions from April to late June have compromised the outlook for the 2000 grain harvest, which have affected grains, fodder, fruit and grape production. Wheat production, initially targeted at 1 million tonnes, is officially reported to be 780 000 tonnes, which is better than earlier estimates and close to last year's poor level. Output of barley is reported to be 152 000 tonnes. The outlook for the maize harvest is still uncertain. The onset of rains in July has improved the outlook for spring sown crops somewhat but ever so, the aggregate 2000 grain harvest is anticipated to be well below average and below last year's poor level of 2.2 million tonnes.
The 2000 wheat harvest is adequate to meet food consumption needs but the shortage and high price of animal feed will necessitate substantial destocking. The government has prohibited wheat exports this year and is trying to procure 60 000 -80 000 tonnes for domestic reserves.
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