Seasonably dry conditions prevail. Irrigated areas decreased in Trarza and Brakna and yields are anticipated to be reduced due to late plantings and lack of production credit. Attacks by birds and caterpillars were also reported in several areas. A few Desert Locusts are present near Zouerate in the north. The food situation improved in rural areas following good rainfed crops.
Markets are well supplied.
Sorghum prices increased sharply in Brakna, Gorgol and Trarza following poor recession crops. Several populations remain vulnerable, notably in various areas of the two Hodhs, Aftout and Affol .