FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 02/99 - ST. KITTS AND NEVIS (2 February)

ST. KITTS AND NEVIS (2 February)

The country suffered the impact of hurricane “Georges” in late September. Severe damage was inflicted to housing and infrastructure, as well as to the agricultural, fishery and livestock sectors. As a result of the extensive damage to crops, particularly bananas, sugar (the main source of employment in the country) and minor food crops such as fruits and vegetables, a programme for the rehabilitation of agricultural activities with the assistance of the international community has been initiated.

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