Ten days Agromet bulletin 01-10 November 2024

Bulletin

In the coming second dekad of November, the expected enhanced moisture over western half, central, eastern and north-eastern Meher producing areas of the country might have positive contribution to satisfy the daily water need of some crops which are yet requiring additional moisture. Besides, it will have significant contribution for the production of pulse crops which planted at the end of the season with residual moisture that need complete growth, perennial plants, fruits and vegetables as well as the water need of trees which planted in the green legacy program. On the other hand, the expected occasional unseasonal rain may disrupt the on-going harvest and post-harvest activities over some places, including central, eastern and north-eastern parts of the country where crops like Sesame, Teff, Barly, Oat and Wheat as well as early planted long cycle crops such as Maize and Sorghum. Thus, harvest and post-harvest activities should be undertaken on time in order to avoid unnecessary harvest and post-harvest loses. Additionally, the expected moisture over the south and south-eastern parts of the country can favour to satisfy the water needs of Bega crops which are planted over Borena and Guji highlands and ensure the availability of pasture and drinking water to improve animals’ feeds and fodder as well as will have a good opportunity to collect and store rainwater.