
Under normal conditions, during the third dekad of February, most Belg-growing areas begin to receive seasonal rainfall. As a result, most farmers engage in land preparation and sowing of Belg season crops. In the coming eight days of February, a moderate amount of moisture is expected in the north-eastern, central, and south-western parts of the country. This situation will have a positive impact on water availability for perennial crops, as well as improve pasture conditions and the availability of drinking water in pastoral and semi-pastoral areas. Additionally, with the onset of the Belg season, the moisture received during this period will enhance soil moisture in Belg-growing areas, facilitating field preparation and the early sowing of Belg crops. Therefore, farmers and relevant stakeholders are advised to begin preliminary preparations for sowing, starting with land preparation.