Cereal and pulse crops of the 1996 main season are being harvested. Excessive rains in northern parts during July caused floods and landslides in Soroti, Kumi and Mbale districts and resulted in localized crop losses.
Overall, abundant rains during the season benefited development of the crops and allowed late planting of maize, rice, millet and root crops increasing the overall area planted. Generally, crops are reported to be in good condition and satisfactory yields are being obtained. However, late planted crops were stressed by dry spells. The output of the secondary cereal crop season, harvested earlier in the year was normal. The 1996 aggregate production of cereals is anticipated to be similar to last year�s record. The main maize crop is forecast at 939 000 tons, which covers domestic consumption and leaves one-third of production for export. The output of millet and sorghum is forecast at 640 000 tons and 405 000 tons, respectively.
The food supply position remains satisfactory.