Despite armyworms infestations in Atakora and Borgou departments, harvest prospects are generally favourable. The overall food supply situation is satisfactory. Seasonably dry conditions prevail. Millet and sorghum production decreased while maize and fonio production increased. The overall food supply situation is satisfactory.
Markets are well supplied and prices of local millet and sorghum are lower than previous years.
However, some populations may be vulnerable following flooding or successive reduced harvests. Seasonably dry conditions prevail. Following this record crop, the overall food supply situation has improved in rural areas affected by several successive poor crops. Following regular cereal imports, markets are well supplied and prices are stable. 1999 domestic production covers only about a quarter of consumption requirement, however, stocks and planned imports or food aid for the year 2000 are adequate to cover needs.