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FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 09/99 - NICARAGUA (9 September)
Harvesting of the 1999/2000 first season cereal and bean
crops is underway, while land is being prepared for planting
of the second season crops. Normal rains benefited developing
crops. However, delayed planting coupled with reduced yields
are reported in some producing areas, particularly in the
north-west, because of poor and ill-distributed rains while
other areas have been affected by pests. Nevertheless, an
important increase in production over last year, which was
affected by hurricane “Mitch”, is expected. Maize output for
the year is provisionally forecast at an above-average
406 000 tonnes, which compares to 311 000 tonnes the year
before. Production of sorghum is also forecast to be above
average. Paddy output is forecast to increase from 210 000
tonnes in 1998 to some 250 000 tonnes. Growing conditions for
minor foodcrops, such as roots and tubers as well as
plantains, are reported to be normal. Rehabilitation and food
assistance from the international community continues to be
provided to the affected population
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