Below-normal rainfall forecast for late winter, spring: farmers urged to prepare
According to the SA Weather Service seasonal outlook, below-normal rainfall is also expected d uring late winter and early spring, with only the eastern coastal areas due to receive above-normal rainfall.
Minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to be above normal, except for parts of the southern coastal areas.
Due to the forecast, the agriculture department has advised winter crop farmers to wait for sufficient moisture before planting and stay within the normal planting window. Even in areas where above normal rainfall is anticipated, 'not all areas might receive the anticipated above normal rainfall that is well distributed and caution should be exercised'.
As winter progresses, the veld will dry out in many areas, the department said.
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