Crops are developing under generally favourable conditions. Maize and paddy crops are at various stages, with maize harvesting underway and paddy crops at the tillering stage. Yields for both are expected to be higher than average due to good weather and sufficient fertilizers.

Some crop losses have occurred, affecting maize in certain areas. The overall area planted for these crops is near the average for the past five years. Further information on crop development and forecasts is available from the GIEWS Country Brief.