REPUBLIC OF KENYA MINISTRIES OF ENVIRONMENT, WATER AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES KENYA METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE

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1 REPUBLIC OF KENYA MINISTRIES OF ENVIRONMENT, WATER AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES & KENYA METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE THE 2014 SHORT-RAINS FARM PLANNER SEPTEMBER 2014 IN COLLABORATION WITH The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

2 2 THE 2014 SHORT-RAINS PLANNER THE SHORT RAINS Many socio-economic activities in Kenya are weather and climate dependent. At times extremes of weather or climate do occur such that there is either too much rainfall resulting in destructive and deadly floods or too little rainfall leading to prolonged droughts with attendant s of hunger, water shortages and other related s such as conflicts over scarce resources. It is on the basis of all these that the Kenya Meteorological Service (KMS) is charged with the responsibility of providing seasonal weather outlooks to assist in advance planning and preparedness. TABLE OF CONTENTS The 2014 Short Rains Rainfall Outlook p2 The Comparison Year: Short Rains 2006 p Short Rains Agricultural Performance p4 Agricultural Considerations Based on the Experience of 2006 p4 Annex 1: General Considerations for Crops for Short-Rains 2014 p7 Annex 2: Post Short Rains 2006 Food Security Conditions p14 The seasonal outlooks are generated and issued before the start of the main rainfall seasons and have a leadtime of one to two months. Contents of these seasonal weather outlooks include: Time of onset of rains, Time of cessation of the rains Geographical coverage Other normative analyses including the likely rainfall distribution within the season Region Lake Basin and in Highlands West of the Rift Valley Short-Rains Total Average (mm) Average Temperature ( 0 C) Rift Valley North and South Central Highlands including Nairobi South-Eastern, North and Northwestern Counties Less than 350 >32 Coastal Strip >30 The information is useful for example in agriculture and food security with regard to planning for the season (e.g. types of crops to plant, cultivation practices to be employed and planting time among others). Food security user groups as well as Hydropower generation and water resources managers on the other hand can use the information to plan, advice and prepare for interventions and mitigation measures both at national and international levels. THE 2014 SHORT RAINS RAINFALL OUTLOOK Normal performance of rainfall is expected over counties in western Kenya, north-eastern, the coast and central parts of the country. Rains over north-western, Central Rift Valley and Northern Kenya (Marsabit County) are however expected to be performing poorly. We currently anticipate that the peak or rather the heaviest period of the short rains will be in November. The rains are expected to start by the first week of October in most parts of western Kenya. The rainfall onset over the Central highlands and the coastal areas is expected during the first to second week and spread to the rest of the country by the end of October The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

3 3 "SHORT RAINS" (OCT - DEC) 2014 OUTLOOK Parts of Turkana, Marsabit, Samburu, Baringo, Nakuru, Bomet, Narok, Kajiado, Taita Taveta counties are expected to experience Normal to below October to December rainfall Depicts areas expected to receive Normal to enhanced rainfall Figure 1: Figure 2: Short Rains Average Rainfall Figure 3: Annual Average Rainfall The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

4 4 THE COMPARISON YEAR: SHORT RAINS 2006 Based on the current information available to the Kenya Meteorological Department, the performance of the 2014 short rains may be similar to the short rains of 2006 or 1968 and to a less extent The rainfall was enhanced across the country during 1968 and 2006, while it was depressed over the north-eastern counties, north-western and south Rift Valley (Narok). A good single candidate for an analogue year (comparison year) for the short rains of 2014 would be The 2006 Short Rains performance is shown in Figure SHORT RAINS AGRICULTURAL PERFORMANCE Taken from the summary of the KFSSG: Kenya Short Rains Assessment Report, 5 April 2007 The performance of the October to December 2006 (short rains) season was exceptionally good, with above rainfall in most parts of the country. Areas dependant on the short rains and most pastoral areas received good rainfall... Flooding in the eastern part of the country and in the Lake region resulted in an outbreak of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) and poor crop production respectively. National production is predicted to be 15% higher than the long term average, with over 3 million bags expected to be harvested during the previous long rains and current short rains seasons. This is predicted to amount to a surplus of over 300,000 MT nationally. Figure 4: Year 2006 Short Rains performance In the eastern pastoral and agro-pastoral zones (Garissa, Tana River, Ijara and parts of Isiolo and Wajir) the mixed farming and agro-pastoral livelihood zones experienced extensive crop damage during the floods. Late season planting was done in some areas with mixed and unpredictable. The remainder of the northern pastoralist zone (Turkana, Marsabit, Samburu, Moyale, and Mandera), with good rainfall, regenerated range and good body condition of livestock that survived the drought The Lake basin experienced severe flooding, particularly in low-lying parts of Busia, Kisumu, Migori, Nyando, Rachuonyo, Siaya and Suba Districts The Pastoralist and Agro-pastoralist zones of West Pokot, Baringo, Laikipia, Isiolo, Narok and Kajiado is generally better than in the northern pastoral areas. The agro-pastoral areas expect to above crops, while water logging in some areas of Narok district delayed planting. After a period of drought, the benefits of the generally good short rains season improved food security conditions nationally (Annex 2) AGRICULTURAL CONSIDERATIONS BASED ON THE EXPERIENCE OF 2006 Lake Basin and in Highlands West of the Rift Valley Normal high varieties for most crops may do well, but considerations must be given to potential of increased disease, pests and weeds as a result of increased moisture. As always timely application of fertilizers and weeding will be important. Planting in low-lying or marshy fields should be avoided; as should fields exposed to flash flooding. With the expected heavier than rainfall, improved soil strategies will be required to minimise erosion & leaching and water logging of crops. The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

5 Consideration should also be given for a potentially wet harvesting period to avoid post-harvest losses and development of aflatoxin Marketing of crops may be atic where roads are impassable due to heavier than rains. Consideration for fodder/leguminous forages establishment for livestock should be put into consideration With high rainfall, more milk production is expected, hence milk marketing strategies should be enhanced coupled with value addition for longer shelve life and better income Rift Valley North and South Reduced amount and variable distribution of rainfall may lead to a poor performance of grain crops. Horticulture, tubers and irrigated crops should be less affected but early maturing, drought tolerant varieties for all crops are worth considering. Planting in low-lying or marshy fields should be avoided; as should fields exposed to flash flooding. With the expected to below rainfall, improved soil strategies will be required to conserve moisture Significant post-harvest issues are not anticipated Lower yields may lead to higher local prices With reduced rainfall, limited livestock feed resources likely to occur resulting to poor livestock body condition leading to low productivity and low prices Poor terms of trade for livestock keepers Poor rains likely lead to limited regeneration of pastures and inadequate water recharge Central Highlands including Nairobi Normal high yielding hybrid varieties of grain crops may do well. Enhanced rains may lead to a poor performance of legume crops due to disease and rotting of the crop in the field (consider climbing beans rather than beans). Water harvesting to harness the water and reduce soil erosion should be considered. Use organic manure and proper and timely application of fertilizers will be necessary to improve the soil structure and replace leached nutrients Pesticides will be necessary to reduce crops loss due and pests and diseases damage Harvesting and post post-harvest to avoid crop losses and development of aflatoxin Planting in low-lying or marshy fields should be avoided; as should fields exposed to flash flooding. Possibly heavier than rainfall, require improved soil strategies to minimise erosion & leaching Post-harvest prices may be at levels Enhanced rainfall may lead to improved milk production, hence the need to transform excess milk into powdered milk for strategic milk reserve Forage in terms of silage and hay should be addressed to provide continuous feed availability South-Eastern, North and North-western Counties Most expect to above rainfall nut others to below rainfall. Farmers should consider crop diversification, insurance or other mitigation measures. Root crops yields are less likely to be affected by poor rainfall, as are irrigated crops. There may be an increase of blight for Irish potatoes, so farmers should be prepared by planting tolerant varieties and/or to have a well-planned spraying programme Consider enhanced rain water harvesting options and improvements to supplementary irrigation/water infrastructure 5 The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

6 Farmers in irrigation schemes should plan for a drier season and higher than demands for water In the south eastern marginal areas in 2006, small-farmers rain fed planting sorghum, sweet potatoes, Irish potatoes, millet and green grams did well. Improved soil and water practices were also valued. Coastal Strip Normal high varieties for most crops may do well Climbing beans rather than beans may be more appropriate Risk of increased soil erosion; farmers should ensure adequate soil structures; minimize planting close to un-protected river banks. Prolonged rains may affect harvesting of early maturing crop varieties; adequate storage and other post-harvest practices should be observed Post-harvest market prices may be at levels With enhanced rains, forage production will be high, hence improved livestock breeds should be restocked for higher productivity General Considerations Weed control will be important labour costs may be high, so farmers should plan accordingly and use alternative weeding methods like use of herbicides, mulching to reduce the cost of weeding, planting and timely application of inputs can improve yields Maize Lethal necrosis remains a threat. Purchase maize seed from a recognised seller or consider planting different crops. Rotation of crops is encouraged to avoid disease build-up that from repeated maize planting. Where rains threaten crops that can be harvested, farmers can consider harvesting early Farmers can utilise SMS systems like MFARM and MSOKO to monitor market prices Farmers should check the monthly or weekly rainfall updates from their county Meteorological Officer or from the Kenya Meteorological Service website for 5 day or monthly forecasts: Monitor for livestock disease outbreaks where flooding occurs Restocking in areas with improved rains can be considered In areas of reduced rains, inadequate pastures and water may lead to conflict NOTE: Annex 1 includes detailed crop considerations for the country 6 The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

7 7 ANNEX 1: GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR CROPS FOR SHORT-RAINS 2014 Crop types Selection Agronomy Pest and diseases Weather related disasters Soil and Water Post -harvest Marketing Other comments Counties in the Lake Basin and in Highlands West of the Rift Valley Western Counties-Busia, Vihiga, Kakamega, and Bungoma);Nyanza Counties (Kisumu, Siaya, Migori, Kisii, Homa Bay, and Nyamira,); Counties in the central and Southern Rift Valley (Trans Nzoia, UasinGishu, Kericho, Nandi, West Pokot Forecast (OND 2014)Normal to above Normal; Onset expected 1 st week of October 2014, Cessation 3 rd to 4 th week of December 2014 Cereals- eg Maize, wheat, rice, sorghum, millet Legumes eg beans, cowpeas, grams, high registered stockists; use KEPHIS SMS facility or contact extension officers to select suitable varieties. For rice, consider expansion of highland and nonirrigated varieties such as NERICA Plant high yielding, varieties from registered stockists for best. Farmers should consider using adequate inputs such as fertilizer based on soil analysis. Split fertilizer application is due to increased leaching. for optimal More cases of blight, rust, may be reported on rice, millet and wheat. Agrovets are advised to stock adequate pesticides. To reduce disease risks, farmers are advised to practice crop rotations, crop diversification, agriculture, diseases resistant varieties, use of appropriate inputs, weeding. Any signs of Maize Lethal Necrotic Disease should be reported to extension office for remedial actions and infected crops removed, buried/burned) Rusts, leaf spots expected: consider tolerant varieties and situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks Construct water drainage structures Harvest the water for irrigation use when the dry season comes Beans particularly susceptible to too much rains; consider planting Increased soil erosion expected; farmers should ensure adequate soil structures; minimize planting too close to unprotected river banks; avoid planting early in the low-lying, marshy areas. Prolonged rains may affect harvesting of early maturing crop varieties; adequate storage and other postharvest practices should be observed. Timely harvesting is necessary to avoid postharvest losses in terms Rural road infrastructure may be affected by the rains. Commodity prices may go down due to general good crop harvest. Farmers should consider contract farming, warehouse receipt systems and better storage to avoid selling at throwaway prices. For other crops, consider basic preservation measures, value addition This is expected to be a to good season; With good farm practices, higher crop yields should be realized. Beans yields may be negatively affected by heavy rains The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

8 8 Crop types Selection groundnuts Horticulture crops- eg Banana, tomato, cabbage, kales, onions, leeks, Root cropseg Cassava, Sweet Potatoes, Irish potatoes, yams Irrigated crops- all types irrigated Plant high registered stockists/nurseries Plant clean Cutting/seeds of reliable sources. Plant high registered stockists Agronomy Pest and diseases Weather related disasters control by use of good climbing varieties agricultural practices On farm water drainage ditches/furrows and planting. Adequate use of farm inputs to maximize on production Early planting, especially for Irish potatoes blight, rusts, black rots, tomato end rots, leaf spots: consider tolerant varieties; ensure adequate spraying blight for Irish potatoes: consider tolerant varieties; spray with fungicides and other pesticides Higher incidences of pests and diseaseexpected during the wet weather will require planting of tolerant varieties, spraying of pesticides and fungicides situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks Water Users Associations advised to look out and mitigate against enhanced siltation and damage of Irrigation channels, dams and other infrastructure Soil and Water Post -harvest Marketing Other comments of quality and quantity. Consider adequate storage and drying facilities in case harvesting has to be done during the rains This is expected to be a to good season; With good farm practices, higher crop yields should be realized This is expected to be a to good season; With good farm practices, higher crop yields should be realized Several Counties in Rift Valley Region (Nakuru, Narok, Kajiado, Turkana, Baringo) Forecast (OND 2014) Normal to Below ; Onset: 1 st to 2 nd week of October 2014; Cessation: 3 rd to 4 th week of December 2014 The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

9 9 Crop types Selection Cereals- eg Maize, wheat, rice, sorghum, millet Legumes eg beans, cowpeas, grams, groundnuts Horticulture crops- eg Banana, tomato, cabbage, kales, onions, leeks, Root cropseg Cassava, Sweet Potatoes, Irish potatoes, early maturing, high yielding, and drought tolerant hybrid varieties from registered stockists. Contact extension officers to select suitable variety. early maturing high registered stockists. high registered stockists Farmers advised to plant clean cuttings/seeds of Agronomy Pest and diseases Weather related disasters More cases of rust may and planting be reported on wheat. Farmers should have situated in low lying. Farmers adequate pesticides areas and farms advised to use near river banks adequate inputs such as fertilizer based on soil analysis and farm yard manure. Early planting, especially for Irish potatoes Rusts, leaf spots are expected: consider tolerant varieties blight, rusts, leaf spots: consider tolerant varieties; ensure disease practises blight for Irish potatoes: consider tolerant varieties; adequate spraying and other Beans particularly susceptible to poorly distributed rains, consider fast maturing drought tolerant legume varieties like green grams cow peas situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks. Proper drainage structures are necessary situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks Soil and Water Reduced rains expected; farmers advised to ensure adequate water structures to maximise use uf the inadequate soil water; minimize planting too close to un-protected river banks. Consider enhanced rain and water harvesting and Post -harvest Early harvesting and proper drying and storage to avoid postharvest losses Marketing Commodity prices may go up due to reduced crop production; farmers should enhance food storage for home consumption Commodity prices may go up due to reduced crop production; farmers should enhance food storage for home consumption Other comments Expected poor rainfall distribution may affect crops yields Expected Poor rainfall distribution may affect crops yields The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

10 10 Crop types Selection Agronomy Pest and diseases Weather related disasters yams reliable sources. practices like drop rotation Irrigated Follow Control Water Users crops- all high of pests and diseases Associations types spray programmes advised to look out irrigated and mitigate registered stockists against enhanced siltation and damage of Irrigation channels, dams and other infrastructure Soil and Water Post -harvest Marketing Other comments Central highlands including Nairobi area- (Nyandarua, Nyeri, Kiambu, Murang a, Kirinyaga, etc.); Nairobi County Forecast (OND 2014) Normal to Above Normal Onset expected : 1 st to 2 nd week of October 2014; Cessation: 3 rd to 4 th week of December 2014 Cereals- eg Maize, wheat, rice, sorghum, millet high registered stockists. Contact extension officers to select suitable variety. for best. Farmers should use adequate inputs such as fertilizer based on soil analysis and farm yard manure. More cases of rust and blights may be reported on wheat. Farmers and stockists advised to have adequate pesticides. situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks Legumes eg beans, cowpeas, grams, groundnuts high yielding, registered stockists. Rusts, leaf spots: consider tolerant varieties Beans particularly susceptible to too much rains; consider planting climbing varieties Increased soil erosion expected; farmers should ensure adequate soil structures; minimize planting too close to un-protected river banks. Consider enhanced rain and water harvesting and Timely harvesting to avoid post-harvest losses Timely harvesting, proper drying and storage facilities in case harvesting takes place during wet Expected Poor rainfall distribution may affect crops yields Expected Poor rainfall distribution may affect crops yields The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

11 11 Crop types Selection Horticulture crops- eg Banana, tomato, cabbage, kales, onions, leeks, Root cropseg Cassava, Sweet Potatoes, Irish potatoes, yams Irrigated crops- all types irrigated, high registered stockists Consider clean planting materials of reliable sources. high registered stockists Agronomy Pest and diseases Weather related disasters, manure and fertilizer application for maximum yields Early planting, especially for Irish potatoes is and timely weeding blight, rusts, leaf spots: consider tolerant varieties; ensure adequate spraying and other practices like weeding, crop rotation blight for Irish potatoes: consider tolerant varieties; adequate spraying Enhanced a common pests and diseases due to enhanced moisture levels situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks and delayed planting may be necessary Water Users Associations advised to look out and mitigate against enhanced siltation and damage of Irrigation channels and equipment, dams and other infrastructure Soil and Water Drainage structure on low lying areas Post -harvest conditions Marketing Other comments South eastern Counties-(Machakos, Makueni, Isiolo, Marsabit, Kitui, etc;north-eastern and North-western districts- Mandera, Garissa, Wajir Forecast (OND 2014) Near to Above. Onset: 2 nd to 3 rd week of October 2014; cessation: 1 st to 2 nd week of December 2014 over most of the counties except Tana River and Kitui where cessation will be in 3 rd to 4 th week of December 2014 Cereals- eg Maize, wheat, rice, sorghum, Plant early maturing high registered stockists.. Farmers should Possible cases of streaks, stalk borers, army warms. Ensure adequate Dry conditions during flowering may affect yield of crops such as maize Places with higher rains: Consider enhanced rain and water harvesting Timely and proper drying to avoid post- Commodity prices may go up due to reduced crop production; Expected Poor rainfall distribution may affect crops yields; The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

12 12 Crop types Selection millet Legumes eg beans, cowpeas, grams, groundnuts Horticulture crops- eg Banana, tomato, cabbage, kales, onions, leeks, Root cropseg Cassava, Sweet Potatoes, Irish potatoes, yams Irrigated crops- all types irrigated Contact extension officers to select suitable variety. Plant early maturing high yielding, registered stockists. Plant high registered stockists/nurseries Plant clean material of high yielding from reliable sources. Plant high registered stockists Agronomy Pest and diseases Weather related disasters use adequate inputs spraying with such as farm yard manure for enhanced pesticides and other yields practices like scouting crop rotation, timely weeding and pests and diseases Early planting, especially Possible increased cases of root rots; more pests such as ball worms, thrifts, aphids. Ensure adequate spraying with pesticides. blight, rusts, leaf spots: consider tolerant varieties; ensure adequate spraying and other practices blight for Irish potatoes: consider tolerant varieties; adequate spraying and other practices like crop rotation Usual, common pests and diseases Drought during flowering and pod development may affect the yields especially for bean. More drought resistant crops like cowpeas green grams pigeon peas should be preferred situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks Water Users Associations advised to be vigilant on controlling water utilization Soil and Water and Consider expanding dams, wells and other irrigation systems Post -harvest harvest losses and aflatoxin development Timely harvesting drying and storage necessary to reduce post-harvest losses Marketing farmers should enhance food storage for home consumption Commodity prices may go up due to reduced crop production; farmers should enhance food storage for home consumption Low supply likely to lead to higher prices Other comments consider crop diversification, insurance and other mitigation measures. Poor rainfall distribution may affect crops yields Yields of rain-fed crops likely to be low due to poor rainfall distribution The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

13 13 Crop types Selection Agronomy Pest and diseases Weather related disasters Soil and Water Post -harvest Marketing Other comments Coastal Strip- Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, and Taita/Taveta Weather Forecast (OND 2014)Normal to above (enhanced) rains except for Taita Taveta which is expected to receive Normal to below Normal; Onset 1st to 2nd week of October 2014; Cessation 3 rd to 4 th week of December 2014 Cereals- eg Maize, wheat, rice, sorghum, millet Legumes eg beans, cowpeas, grams, groundnuts Horticulture crops- eg Banana, tomato, cabbage, kales, onions, leeks Root cropseg Cassava, Sweet Potatoes, yams Consider, high registered stockists; contact extension officers to select suitable variety. For rice, consider expansion of highland and nonirrigated varieties such as NERICA Plant high yielding, varieties from registered stockists high registered stockists/nurseries. Planting, clean material of high yielding varieties from reliable sources are for best. Farmers should use adequate inputs such as manure and fertilizer based on soil analysis and other practices and other practices for best. and timely operations are. More cases of blight, rust, may be reported on rice, millet and wheat. Farmers and stockists should have adequate pesticides and practice other practices like crop rotation Rusts, leaf spots: consider tolerant varieties blight, rusts, black rots, tomato end rots, leaf spots: consider tolerant varieties; ensure adequate spraying No major s expected situated in low lying areas and farms near river banks Beans particularly susceptible to too much rains; consider tolerant varieties Beans particularly susceptible to too much rains; consider tolerant varieties No major s expected Increased soil erosion; farmers should ensure adequate soil structures; minimize planting too close to unprotected river banks. Prolonged rains may affect harvesting of early maturing crop varieties; adequate storage and drying to avoid crop losses and development of aflatoxin should be observed Commodity prices may go up due to reduced crop production; farmers should enhance food storage for home consumption This is expected to be a to good season; With good farm practices, higher crop yields should be realized. Beans yields may be affected by too much rains May not be a serious May not be a serious Commodity prices may go up due to reduced crop production; farmers should enhance food storage for home consumption Poor rainfall distribution may affect crops yields The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA

14 ANNEX 2: POST SHORT RAINS 2006 FOOD SECURITY CONDITIONS Figure 3: Kenya Food Security Situation analysis March to June 2007, March 2007 (KFSSG) - after good short-rains which had been preceded by one to two years of drought hardship. The Seasonal Planning Network is chaired by Kenya Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries. Members include: ICPAC, KALRO, ASDSP, CARE, AGRA