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Somalia

GIEWS Country Briefs: Somalia 25-October-2010

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FOOD SECURITY SNAPSHOT

A slow start to the current secondary "deyr" season (October-December) rains were reported, but some heavy localised rains were observed

Good crop production estimated for the just concluded 2010 main "gu" season.

Improved livestock conditions were also reported

About 2 million people require emergency food assistance until the end of the year compared to 2.65 million during 2010 first semester

Persistent armed conflict is still a major cause of food insecurity