Drought Situation & EW Phase Classification
Biophysical Indicators
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The March-April-May rainfall came on time by third week of March. Its progressing into the month of April was good.
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The vegetation condition index of 34.02 was reported which was below normal.
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Water access was good as recharged improved with current rains.
Socio Economic Indicators (Impact Indicators)
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Livestock body condition score of 3 was registered compared to normal of 4 –5.
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Milk production increased from 4.7 bottles in March to 5 bottles in April.
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Farm activities progressed on well, at present first and second weeding are ongoing.
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Terms of trade of 0.3 was reported which was within long-term ranges of 0.3 - 0.8.