The south-central region is estimated to have 51,000ha to 70,000ha of farmlands facing a water shortage and a temporary halt to cultivation until there is rain or farmers switch to drought-resistant crops, according to the Department of Irrigation.
The ongoing dry season is forecast to last until the end of August while reservoirs already having very low water levels.
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