FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 02/99 - MALAWI (8 February)
Widespread rainfall has continued over the southern and central parts of the country since November, providing favourable conditions for crop development. In the north, planting rains were received only in January in some areas. As a result, the outcome of harvest will depend largely on the continuation of good rains during the next two to three months.
Following a good harvest in 1998/99, the food supply situation has improved significantly. Markets are supplied by local maize but also by imports primarily from Zimbabwe and South Africa. Government assistance continues to be provided to vulnerable populations groups, victims of drought or floods.
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