In the coming May third dekad, the meteorological forecast information indicates that

the seasonal rainfall activity is expected to better moisture over most parts of Belg rainfall

benefiting and crop producingareas of the country. This situation might be expect to improve moisture requirement of Belg crops found at different phases of growth, perennial plants, fruits, vegetables, pasture and drinking water availability in pastoral and agro pastoral areas of the country as well as it would favour sowing activities of cereal crops like maize and sorghum and land preparation for the coming Meher season. Moreover the expected heavy rains over southwest, western and north-western will create favourable conditions for the on going agricultural activities However, the expected heavy fall over some areas of the aforementioned areas would have a negative impact on crop fields’ particularly over low lying areas and near river banks. Thus, proper attention should be undertaken to minimize the risk in areas where there is no proper drainage system and low-lying areas. On the contrary the expected improvement in moisture may also give good opportunity for collecting and storing of excessive rain water particularly for moisture stress areas and this may provide them a good chance to utilize it where that can be used in time of deficit.