There will be a marked reduction in yield this season due to the flooding, water-logging and unavailability or late distribution of inputs. Zimbabwe Heavy rains in the northern half of the country were experienced while in the south, light to moderate rains were received. Cloudy conditions prevailed over most of the country with mostly light rain or drizzle in areas south of the central watershed in the second and third dekads. Satellite imagery indicate normal rainfall in Matebeleland South and above normal in Matebeleland north. Crops planted early are being harvested although persistent rains in some parts are retarding progress.
Grazing is sufficient in both large scale and smallholder farming sectors.