FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 11/99 - BANGLADESH (2 November)
Notwithstanding some localised flooding in the north and central regions in September, monsoon rainfall so far this year has been normal/above normal and generally favourable for development of the main aman rice crop currently being harvested. In the period 1 June to 11 October, of the 13 rainfall stations monitored, none had below-normal rainfall compared to two in 1998. Overall, the 1999/2000 production target is 9.5 million tonnes, and that for the aus and boro crops 1.8 and 9.2 million tonnes respectively. Total milled rice production is therefore tentatively projected at 20.5 million tonnes, though the final outcome will depend on weather next year and input supplies. In addition, the production target for next year's wheat crop has been set at 1.9 million tonnes similar to output in 1999. Rice imports for 1999 (calendar year) are estimated at 1.8 million tonnes. The overall food supply situation is satisfactory. Government stocks at the end of September stood at around 1.4 million tonnes, comprising 830 000 tonnes of rice and 561 000 tonnes of wheat.
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