The crop is reported at the vegetative to flowering stages, and in good condition. Tanz ania Favourable rains have characterized the start of the main rainfall season in Tanzania. Onset was reportedly earlier than normal and a good distribution has been maintained. During the month of January, normal rains have been reported in the central and northern districts, and above normal rains in the south. Planting and other agricultural activities were reportedly disrupted in the south due to heavy rains.
Crops are at the early vegetative stages, and reported in good condition.
The country has received widespread heavy rainfall since the beginning of the season. Flooding and waterlogging have had a negative impact on crops across the country. Leaching of soil nutrients and fertilizers could result in reduction of crop yields. With the ITCZ anchored across northern Zambia in January, heavy rains continued throughout most parts of Zambia. However, poor rains have characterized the situation in t he extreme southern parts of the country, where the prolonged dry spell in January led to moisture stress in some areas.