Drought Situation & EW Phase Classification
Biophysical Indicators
No rainfall was received in July and this is normal at this time of the year.
Generally pasture and browse is good in quality and fair in quantity across the livelihood zones as indicated by a VCI of 54.49compared to normal ranges of 35 to 50.
The available quantities were supported by crop residues.
Most open water surface facilities have dried up leading to an increase in return distances to water points Socio economic Indicators
No unusual livestock migration and livestock deaths were recorded during the month.
The body condition of goats was good while that of cattle ranged from fair to good
The main activity during the month was harvesting of legumes; Green grams and Cowpeas. Maize crop is mature and pigeon peas are being consumed green.
The terms of trade recorded a value of 91compared to long term average of 68.
Milk production and consumption is below long term mean.
The percentage number of children with MUAC below 135mm is less than the long term average at 8%
The coping strategy index was below the long term mean at 0.7