During the second dekad of February 2026, agro-meteorological observations and analyses revealed that moderate soil moisture conditions prevailed across the southern and southwestern regions of the country. These favorable moisture conditions contributed positively to several agricultural and livelihood-related activities. In particular, they supported land preparation operations in Belg-producing areas by improving soil moisture. In addition, the available soil moisture helped to meet the water requirements of perennial crops. Furthermore, the prevailing soil moisture conditions enhanced the availability of pasture and drinking water in pastoral and agro-pastoral zones, which is critical for maintaining livestock health and productivity during this period. Notably, in the southwestern Belg-producing areas, the relatively higher soil moisture levels created favorable conditions for the timely preparation of agricultural fields and facilitated the early planting of various Belg season crops. Overall, the moderate soil moisture conditions observed during this dekad played an important role in supporting agricultural activities, enhancing pasture resources, and improving water availability for both crops and livestock in the affected regions.