FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 11/98 - CAMBODIA (25 November)
Below-average and late arrival of this year's wet season (June-October) rains have adversely affected crops and delayed harvest, particularly in the southern parts of the country. As a result, domestic rice prices are reported to have risen to a five-year high, exacerbating the food security situation of vulnerable groups. Severe food shortages have also been reported in the north-east, which suffered drought conditions earlier this year, with many households receiving relief food aid. Recent official reports indicate that wet season paddy output is expected to amount to 2.7 million tonnes compared with 2.8 million tonnes in 1997. At this level, the target for 1998/99 total paddy production of 3.77 million is unlikely to be met.
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