Refer to chapter III, Agriculture and Livestock section, for back-ground information.

a. Baseline Data

Describe crops grown in the affected area:

Crop name. Average area planted (per data available). Average production (per data available). Planting season(s) (dates) and time to maturity. Are crops climate specific? If so, identify the climatic requirements. Are hybrid seeds being used in the area? If so, identify them. Are they cash or subsistence crops?

Describe domestic animals present in each affected area:

Approximate number of animals in the area. Value of individual animals. Use of animals for food. Use of animals for work. Use of animals for cash production. Are bred stocks used in the area?

Describe the agricultural system: Describe the local fishing industry.

b. Effect of the Event on Agriculture

c. Effect of the Event on Livestock

Identify the primary livestock holdings in the area (e.g., camels, sheep, cattle, goats). Describe the local uses of livestock, the economic and cultural implications of these roles, and the extent to which livestock contribute to household food intake at different times of the year. Discuss the levels of livestock losses that are acceptable while still maintaining viable herds or flocks. Is increasing animal mortality evident? List the primary factors leading to animal deaths. Describe the level of market access held by livestock owners and the ability of these owners to offtake animals from herds in difficult times. Determine feed availability for animals, and the condition of pasture and water resources at home and along migration routes. Have migration routes changed significantly this year? Discuss relevant laws related to livestock slaughter or transport. Ascertain the estimated duration and severity of the emergency, as well as the potential livestock losses. What is the estimated length of time needed to rebuild the pastoral economy? Describe the regional and local animal healthcare systems, and determine what needs are met by these systems.

d. Agricultural Production Capabilities

e. Other

Describe any agricultural projects and inputs provided by foreign organizations or governments. Describe the operations of rural or agricultural credit organizations, cooperatives, or credit-sharing organizations present in the affected area. Judge the capacity of the above to incorporate rehabilitation disaster assistance.

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9. Agriculture and Livestock

9. Agriculture and Livestock

9. Agriculture and Livestock

a. Baseline Data

a. Baseline Data

a. Baseline Data

b. Effect of the Event on Agriculture

b. Effect of the Event on Agriculture

b. Effect of the Event on Agriculture

c. Effect of the Event on Livestock

c. Effect of the Event on Livestock

c. Effect of the Event on Livestock

d. Agricultural Production Capabilities

d. Agricultural Production Capabilities

d. Agricultural Production Capabilities

e. Other

e. Other

e. Other